This started as a note for a friend visiting Izmir. But I figured — why not share it with everyone? These are my personal favorites, the spots I actually go to. Think of this as a letter from a local, not a listicle from the internet. I also run a food blog called @oncekahvem on Instagram — more spots, more stories, more Izmir and beyond. This guide is a living document. I’ll update it as I remember more places — and forget a few names I really should write down. First, let’s
