Kebapçı Halil Usta
A simple, rustic restaurant opened in 1972, famous for its tender lamb tenderloin (küşleme), located just behind the Zeugma Mosaic Museum.
Founded in 1972 by Halil Usta, this restaurant still operates in its original, modest Karşıyaka location and is also known as "Küşlemeci Halil Usta". Its signature dish is the tender lamb tenderloin (küşleme), alongside simit kebab and minced meat kebab, usually served as a fixed set starting with salad, freshly baked flatbread, and frothy ayran (yogurt drink). It mainly opens for lunch, and the küşleme can sell out in the afternoon, so it is best to arrive early. Reservations are generally not accepted, and it is closed on Sundays. In 2025, the reference price was about TRY 250–350 per portion, with current prices subject to the in-store menu. The restaurant is located behind the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, about a 5-minute walk away.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat approx. 11:00 to afternoon (closing between 15:30-18:30, sources vary), closed Sun; until sold out
Nearby sights
- Zeugma Mosaic Museum
- Hamam Museum (Naib Hamamı)
- Gaziantep Castle & Panorama Museum
- Baklava Shops (Güllüoğlu & Koçak)
- Emine Göğüş Culinary Museum
- İmam Çağdaş
- Alaüddevle Mosque
- Zincirli Bedesten