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Zuma Bodrum sits on the waterfront at Cökertme Caddesi No:36, Yalıkavak Marina, Bodrum, where its Japanese Contemporary menu earned a Gault&Millau score of 12 in 2026.
The kitchen centers on an open kitchen and robata grill. Sushi and sashimi sit alongside warm dishes meant for sharing. Gault&Millau describes the food as modern Japanese izakaya cuisine, a format built around passing plates across the table.
The dining room is spacious and opens onto the marina, with outdoor seating at the water's edge. Guides note the atmosphere builds toward sunset. The bar runs a lively cocktail program and a notable sake list, which suits a Japanese kitchen that doubles as a social stop.
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Zuma Bodrum is an iconic destination situated directly on the waterfront at Yalıkavak Marina, where modern Japanese izakaya cuisine meets the vibrant summer energy of Bodrum. The culinary concept, shaped around an open kitchen and robata grill, is complemented by sushi, sashimi, and shareable warm dishes. With its spacious layout opening onto the marina, an atmosphere that intensifies at sunset, and a vibrant bar culture, Zuma Bodrum stands out not only as a dining experience but also as a high-energy social hub.
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