Mercan-i Restaurant
A restaurant in a traditional Bolu house built in 1880, known for Şor Bolu potatoes, Mengen pilaf, and Köroğlu kebab.
The restaurant occupies a traditional Bolu house built in 1880 in the Tabakhane district, and its historic atmosphere is its biggest draw. Popular dishes include Şor Bolu potatoes, Mengen pilaf, Köroğlu kebab, mill kebab, saffron baked rice pudding, and tahini pumpkin dessert. Reviews generally praise the careful cooking and friendly service, though some find the portions small and the dishes oily. Call ahead to book on weekends. Paid parking is available nearby. It is within walking distance of the city center, and there is a second branch in Kalecik Konutları.
Opening hours
Daily 11:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
Nearby sights
- Bolu Museum & Old Town
- Lake Gölcük
- Kartalkaya Ski Resort
- Yedigöller National Park
- Lake Abant
- Lake Yeniçağa
- Mudurnu
- Lake Sünnet