For Adana kebap in Çankaya, Antakya Efsanesi leads with 1 review and an average score of 9.5/10. Close behind: Gıyma - Adana Kebapçısı (9.2/10) and 326 Antakya Dürüm Esat (9.0/10). Across Çankaya, critics have reviewed Adana kebap 4 times, averaging 9.1/10. The latest review was posted on 20 May 2026.
Adana kebap is a popular skewered meat dish named after one of the most famous kebab cities in the country, Adana. This kebab is made with ground lamb and tail fat that are kneaded together with garlic, onion, paprika, and hot red pepper flakes, giving it a deep red color and a spicy flavor. The whole concoction is typically placed around large and flat metal skewers, then grilled. Once it's done, the grilled meat is traditionally served on a platter over flatbreads, peppers, and tomatoes, or stuffed into pita bread along with a salad consisting of parsley and red onions. Before the pita is rolled, the meat is usually topped with roasted chilies, salt, cumin, and sumac. It is recommended to pair Adana kebap with ayran – a slightly salty, yogurt-based beverage or şalgam, a non-alcoholic fermented beverage made from vegetables and red carrots.
| Rank | Place | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antakya Efsanesi | 9.50 |
| 2 | Gıyma - Adana Kebapçısı | 9.24 |
| 3 | 326 Antakya Dürüm Esat | 8.96 |
| 4 | Celal Et Kebap Balgat | 8.50 |
Hurkan Akbiyik
I finally had the chance to try the famous minced meat kebab and I was very pleased. There was none of the dryness problem that is common in Adana kebabs. The proportions of the ingredients were just right, and the taste of the meat was superb. Although I found the portion size small, it was a delightful meal. It's a dish I'll try every time I go there.
Hurkan Akbiyik
Just as I was wondering where the Harbiye kebab was, I came across this place and its classic Hatay kebab. It was late, so I ordered takeout, but it was still warm. The superbly sauced bread and the saucy Hatay kebab won me over. Unfortunately, it wasn't spicy, and the sauce could have been a bit more. Overall, it was very enjoyable, and I wish I'd ordered another portion. Thanks to Özgür Akbıyık for his recommendation.
Zeynep Küçük
You can choose it for its wonderful presentation and taste. The staff working in the restaurant was very kind and attentive.
Ekin AKBIYIK
We chose this beautiful restaurant last week. Before going to the restaurant, you can access the images, ingredients and prices of the food on the menu from the highlights section on their Instagram account. Since it was very busy on Saturday, I recommend that you make a reservation by phone. When we left the restaurant, there were 7-8 customers waiting in line at the door, the restaurant was full. The treats on the table were delicious. I chose the neighborhood kebab, the Adana was very delicious, the beef shish was soft, the liver was nice. Everyone at the table left satisfied, the portions were very filling. The last kunefe that came was also good. Those who ate the lamb ribs in the photo also liked it very much. There was only one napkin on the table, there was no salt, cumin or black pepper, they brought it when we asked, so I deducted some points. The service was good, the staff was good, the atmosphere was nice.
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