Antalya food tour
ANTALYA FOOD TOUR - Antalya's food scene blends the pastoral traditions of the Taurus mountains with the sun-soaked flavours of Old Town. Knowing where to go and what to order takes local insight. Fear not. Led by our passionate tastemaker guides, you'll cut through the guesswork and go straight to the best street eats, to reveal why this coastal hub is a sleeper hit on the world's culinary stage.
Our food adventure begins with a revelation in Turkish street food: Γ§iΔ kΓΆfte, hand-kneaded bulgur patties loaded with isot pepper, and wrapped up in crispy lettuce.
Next, tackle the legendary culinary marriage between ΕiΕ kΓΆfte, skewered and spiced meatball fingers, alongside its traditional partner, Antalya's signature piyaz. Forget everything you know about bean salads; this special version is coated in a tahini sauce that locals defend with immense pride. Balance with a frothy beverage of ayran yoghurt, followed by a serving of whear flour halva, a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy that has graced palace tables since the Ottoman era.
While we keep some elements of our 12+ individual food stops under wraps, youβd be one bean short of a piyaz platter to miss out on this nightly moveable food feast. Try kelle paΓ§a, a collagen-rich specialty soup of head and trotters, with a slow-simmered broth that night-owls swear by.
Deeper into the stone ramparts, step inside an eighty-year-old family establishment now managed by its third generation of cooks. Buzzing with neighborhood regulars, the air here smells of freshly baked flatbreads. Tear off crusts to dip into a mezze-style spread of silky fava broad bean purΓ©e, and the fiery kick of atom yoghurt spiked with cayenne peppers. Then itβs Antalyaβs iconic walnut-and-tahini hibeΕ blend, and a zesty acΔ±lΔ± ezme tomato and pepper salsa.
Crown the night with Antalya's celebrated burned ice cream, yanΔ±ksΔ± dondurma, a dessert born from scorching goatβs milk in a copper vat, with a caramelised profile that turns standard dessert rules on their head.
This route offers a fascinating window into the time-tested dishes beloved by residents, brought to life through the culinary storytelling of our local guide team. Bring a massive appetite, bypass the standard tourist spots, and navigate the old city like a local.
Time or date not available? Check out our other lunchtime tour by clicking on this link >> Riviera Relish Antalya food tour
Why this tour is awesome
We'll uncover the real flavours of Antalyaβs historic quarter on a lunchtime food crawl. Accompanied by expert local food guides, taste 12+ distinct regional bites, ranging from charcoal-grilled ΕiΕ kΓΆfte to the cityβs unique smoky yanΔ±k dondurma ice cream.
This food expedition has a completely fresh look at the coastal city, away from tourist traps and inside the neighbourhood eateries loved by locals.
Discover the real Turkish cuisine in Antalya's food scene
See Antalya after dark and how its geography influences the city's culinary journey
Hand-kneaded bulgur patties, tucked into beds of crispy lettuce
Piyaz - Antalaya style - drenched in a rich tahini sauce
The food heroes of Antalya
A piyaz marriage made in heaven, paired with meatball skewers
Feast on a spectrum of Turkish cuisine
Discover multi-generational family owners, with their closely-guarded recipes
Meet locals and make new foodie friends on our small group tour
Find local gems that you'd struggle to find alone
Be curious to try new foods that are local favourites
Mezze-style spread with fava broad bean purΓ©e and more
Come join our food crawl after dark
Includes
- Price US $99 per person
- Tastings 12+ food tastings included. No hidden charges.
- Drinks Bottled water included
- Transport / Walking Walking tour with 5 stops
- Small group tour Maximum of 8 guests (private tours or groups of 9+, please contact us)
- Start Time 4:00PM
- Duration 3.5 to 4 hours depending on the pace of the group
- Days Open Open Every Day
- Guide Led by one of our superb Antalya food hosts
- Child Policy Children aged 3-12 years: 50% discount. Infants 0-2 years: free
- Instant Confirmation Book instantly on our live calendar. If your date is unavailable, please contact us
- Cancellation policy Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Language English
- Pick up / Drop off Not included. Easy to find meeting point for all guests
Dietary information
- General Advice Many streetside vendors specialise in signature menus, and may not have alternatives. It is not always possible to cater for all dietary requests at every stop
- Vegetarian Possible, though meat is used in 1-2 tastings with no alternatives available
- Vegan Unsuitable as meat and eggs are used in over half the tastings
- Pescatarian Possible, though meat is used in 1-2 tastings with no alternatives available
- Pork / Halal There is no pork on the tour, and it is suitable for halal diets
- Gluten Intolerance / Celiac Disease Possible, though gluten is used in 3-4 tastings, with no alternatives available. Unsuitable for celiac disease.
- Lactose Intolerance Possible, though lactose is in 3-4 tastings with limited alternatives available
- Tree Nut / Peanut Allergy Possible as nuts are only used in 1-2 dessert tastings. Possible for mild allergies only, as there's a risk of traces
- Seafood / Shellfish Allergy Seafood is not typically used in any of the tastings
- Severe Allergies Due to the nature of street food cooking, we can never guarantee any dish to be 100% free from allergens, as there is always the risk of traces and cross-contamination. It is unsuitable for severe allergies. Contact us: info@achefstour.com
How to book
To join our Antalya evening food tour, use the live booking calendar to select your date and secure your tour. If the date is unavailable, or for special requests and private bookings, please contact us. Safety and comfort of guests is our first priority, so if you have any questions on dietary information or food allergies, please contact us before booking.
What to expect
This tour is designed for adventurous eaters with an interest in discovering the food locals eat. Itβs a walking tour where the pace is gentle, the terrain flat and there are plenty of rest (eating) stops along the way. Join us on the best Antalya food tour in the city, you won't regret it.
Meeting point
This Antalya evening food tour starts fromΒ Luminous Cafe, next to Park Antalya, southwest of Hadrian's Gate. It is centrally located in the old quarter of Antalya. It's easily reachable by walking, or taxi. At the end of the experience, your guide can help you with walking directions or a taxi back if you wish. More details will be sent upon booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
Why you should book with us
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No hidden charges - all food tastings included in the price
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Authentic food experience, escape the tourist traps