Sakarya Caddesi Meyhaneleri

About the Venue

In the heart of Ankara, Sakarya Caddesi in Kızılay has for generations been the capital's liveliest meyhane and fish-bread street and a meeting point for students, civil servants and artists. Come evening, the street overflows with tables and conversation. In the row of taverns, meze platters, fresh fish and rakı take pride of place; a table that begins with Albanian liver, sea beans and seasonal mezes is crowned with grilled fish. The street's distinctive democratic and intellectual air makes its venues both affordable and enjoyable. With its crowded, cheerful and lively atmosphere, Sakarya is where the pulse of Ankara's everyday culture and nightlife beats; it is one of the most authentic stops for a traditional meyhane evening in the capital.