The story
Beğendik Abi, at Tatar Cami Sokak No:12 in Urla, Izmir, is a Turkish restaurant that earned a 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value cooking. The kitchen works with Urla's local produce and family-heritage recipes.
Handan Kaygusuzer brings home warmth to every table, according to the Gault&Millau entry, which gave the restaurant 12.5 points for 2026. Ingredients come from Urla, and the recipes have been passed down through generations. The cooking stays simple, and the result feels both nostalgic and satisfying.
Yogurt Meat, Sinkonta, Stuffed Artichoke, Çalkama and a Cretan Pastry Dessert anchor the menu. Each one reflects the regional cooking of Urla, with a contemporary touch in how it is prepared.
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good quality, good value cooking
Coming to life with a touch that brings Handan Kaygusuzer’s home warmth to every table, Beğendik Abi is an intimate culinary destination that preserves Urla’s local ingredients and family-heritage recipes for today. Each plate tells a story passed down through generations, offering a nostalgic yet deeply satisfying dining experience through its simple yet profound recipes. Classics on the menu such as Yogurt Meat, Sinkonta, Stuffed Artichoke, Çalkama, and Cretan Pastry Dessert reflect the soul of Urla’s cuisine, infused with a contemporary touch.
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