Kitchen By Osman Sezener
Bodrum, Türkiye
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Osman Sezener and his team offer a unique and international take on Turkish cuisine. Produce from the region takes centre stage and it is always guaranteed to be fresh and flavourful. The dishes are not overly complicated, but they certainly pack a punch. The perfectly fried sea bass is as fresh as if it had just been caught. The accompanying sauce, prepared like a beurre blanc, is enriched with oyster sauce and an elegant herb-infused oil. Fortunately, you are given (delicious!) sourdough bread, so you can mop up every last drop. The herbs come from gardens surrounding the restaurant and hit the spot every time. For instance, a salsa verde of fresh herbs beautifully elevates the octopus cooked in the charcoal oven. Generosity and finesse go hand in hand here. The extremely appealing à la carte selection really leaves you spoilt for choice! The luxury hotel The Bodrum Edition provides the ideal setting in which to explore this creativity. There is a certain laid-back vibe here that is pleasingly contemporary, warm and welcoming. But it is the breathtaking view over the resort and the bay that steals the show!
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Herbs from Surrounding Gardens: Kitchen By Osman Sezener uses herbs grown in gardens surrounding the restaurant, which are integral to the dishes, such as a fresh herb salsa verde that elevates the charcoal oven-cooked octopus.
Fusion of Modern and Country Cooking with Regional Focus: The restaurant offers a unique international take on Turkish cuisine, focusing on fresh, local produce from the region, with dishes that are simple yet impactful, like sea bass served with a beurre blanc enriched with oyster sauce and herb-infused oil.
Located Within a Luxury Hotel with a Stunning Bay View: The restaurant is situated in The Bodrum Edition hotel, providing a contemporary, warm atmosphere and breathtaking views over the resort and bay, enhancing the dining experience beyond just the food.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred Kitchen by Osman Sezener in Bodrum are:
- 70% Bitter Chocolate: Used to create rich, intense desserts that highlight local flavors with a refined bitterness.
- Giresun Hazelnuts: A prized Turkish nut, adding texture and a distinctive nutty flavor, often featured in sweets or as garnish.
- Samandağ Peppers: Local peppers that bring a vibrant, slightly spicy note, used to enhance savory dishes with regional character.
- Fresh Fish and Meat from the Turkish Coast: Including North Aegean octopus, Bodrum sea bream, and Bargilya shrimp, these are central to the menu, showcasing the coastal terroir and freshness.
- Herbs, Salad Greens, and Vegetables from The Bodrum EDITION’s Gardens and Local Farms: These ingredients emphasize seasonality and locality, contributing to the vibrant, fresh, and authentic taste of the dishes.
These ingredients are significant as they reflect Chef Osman Sezener’s philosophy of simplicity and harmony with the Aegean spirit, focusing on precious local produce to create elegant, natural dishes that complement the stunning Bodrum bay view.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menu
- Chefs tasting menu available (prices not specified)
A La Carte
- Sea Bream Tartare: €95
- Blue Lobster: €95
- Beef Tongue and Orzo Pasta: €50