Terakki Alaçatı

About Terakki Alaçatı

Terakki is an intimate restaurant behind the stone walls of Alaçatı, the old village in the Çeşme district known for its narrow lanes and stone houses. It is recommended in the 2026 Michelin Guide Türkiye, its first year in the guide. The restaurant describes itself as a place built around a well and a tree whose trunk reaches into the dining room. It has an open kitchen and an open bar serving signature cocktails, and its food brings local flavours together with modern cooking, alongside the classic Aegean pairing of rakı, meze and grilled fish. The menu is seasonal and local; signature dishes it highlights include minekop (shi drum) with cherry and lamb back. The Michelin Guide calls it rustic yet refined and recommends a table on the terrace by the well. Dishes mentioned by the inspectors include crisp fried veal liver with thyme, garlic and parsley, and wild sea bass fillet with cherries and cauliflower purée, with friendly, attentive service. Terakki serves dinner into the late evening; as with many Alaçatı restaurants, opening may vary by season, so it is worth checking before visiting. Bookings can be made through the Michelin Guide.