Coffee in Kemer means two things: traditional Turkish coffee, slowly brewed and served with water and often a piece of Turkish delight, and the espresso-based coffee of the cafés around the marina and the centre. Turkish coffee culture and tradition is on UNESCO’s list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This guide explains how Turkish coffee is made and served, how to order it, and where to enjoy coffee in Kemer.
Turkish coffee in brief
- How it is made: Very finely ground coffee is simmered with water, and sugar if you like, in a small pot called a cezve, then poured unfiltered into a small cup.
- How it is served: With a glass of water and often Turkish delight.
- How to drink it: Let the grounds settle and sip slowly; stop before the grounds at the bottom.
- Heritage: “Turkish coffee culture and tradition” was inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2013.
How to order
| Ask for | Sugar |
|---|---|
| Sade | No sugar |
| Az şekerli | A little sugar |
| Orta | Medium |
| Şekerli | Sweet |
Sugar is added while brewing, so tell the waiter when you order.
Where to have coffee in Kemer
- Marina and Moonlight Park: Cafés with sea views, best in the late afternoon. See our Moonlight Park guide.
- Kemer centre: Cafés and bakeries around the bazaar for coffee and breakfast.
- Village cafés: On trips to the plateaus, such as Gedelme, a coffee or tea in the shade is part of the experience.
Taking coffee home
Ground Turkish coffee, a copper cezve and Turkish delight are easy souvenirs. See our markets and shopping guide, and for food, our guide to Turkish cuisine in Kemer.
Stay in Kemer centre
Kemer Royal Beach Hotel is in Kemer town centre, a short walk from the marina cafés. Start the day with poolside breakfast. See our rooms or check availability.