Places to eat in Amasya

The first food that comes to mind when Amasya is mentioned is the apple. Don’t leave without eating plenty! Additionally, apple dessert, toyga soup, cılbır soup, and stuffed broad beans are other well-known local delicacies.

Amasya, renowned worldwide for its delicious apples, also offers many other traditional dishes that you’ll want to try. The region's rich plant diversity is reflected in its culinary culture. Among the most famous local dishes are its flavorful soups, including toyga soup, kesme ibik soup, çatal soup, and helle soup. Alongside these soups, you should also try papara, cırıkta-cızlak, cılbır, stuffed broad beans, Amasya-style sini su börek, hengel, pumpkin peel pilaf, and vinegar liver all unique yet equally delicious and healthy regional dishes.

After enjoying these savory flavors, it's time for dessert! Don’t forget to try yuka dessert, gömlek kadayıf, zerdali gallesi, and sour cherry bread.

Apart from traditional dishes, you can find a variety of Turkish and international cuisines throughout the city. In addition to chicken, meat, and kebab varieties, there are also fast-food restaurants available.

Famous Restaurants in Amasya

Galip Amasya Çörekçisi: Since 1925, this bakery has been passing down its century-old Amasya çöreği (special bread) recipe from generation to generation. In 2006, the Turkish Patent Institute officially registered this traditional bread, which is made with chickpea yeast, earning it the nickname "nohutlu çörek" among the locals. It is a must-try for visitors to Amasya.

Amaseia Cuisine: When you visit Amasya, be sure to order keşkek, toyga soup, stuffed grape leaves with broad beans, meat stew with dry beans, and okra stew—all iconic dishes of the region.

Emin Efendi Konakları: At Emin Efendi Restaurant, traditional flavors of Amasya are prepared using original recipes. While dining, you’ll enjoy a stunning view of Bayezid II Complex and the Yeşilırmak River through the mansion’s windows. Among the most popular dishes here are grilled meats and kebabs.

Ali Kaya Restaurant: A favorite among locals, this restaurant offers a true Amasya experience. Besides the famous Tokat kebab, you’ll find grilled meats, kebabs, lamb skewers, and saç kavurma (sautéed meat dish). With a menu that includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, plus a beautifully illuminated riverside view, this spot is well worth a visit.

Taşhan Hotel & Restaurant:NIn the restaurant section, some of the most popular dishes include Taş kebab, beef and chicken çökertme (meat over crispy potatoes), lokum (soft grilled meat), bostan kebab, keşkek, and stuffed grape leaves. On select days, the restaurant also hosts open-air Yeşilçam movie screenings, adding a nostalgic touch to your dining experience.

Rumi Usta’s Place:When it comes to Merzifon-style keşkek, the most famous place to visit is Rumi Usta’s Place, also known as Kör Rumi. This Turkish Patent Institute-registered keşkek is cooked to a soft, smooth consistency, with all ingredients blending perfectly. It is served with a special tomato sauce sautéed in butter and accompanied by Amasya çöreği with poppy seeds, making it a must-try dish.

For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Amasya Hotels page.