Çalıkuşu Lokantası

About Çalıkuşu Lokantası

Çalıkuşu Lokantası is a long-running meyhane (a Turkish tavern serving meze, hot dishes and rakı) on Taşkın Sokak in the old centre of Yenimahalle. On its own Instagram account the restaurant says it has been open since 1964 and calls itself Ankara's oldest meyhane and the apple of Yenimahalle's eye; its Facebook page likewise describes a place with more than 50 years of history and plenty of memories. It also trades online under the name Çalıkuşu Meyhanesi. Diners on Tripadvisor describe it as a nostalgic, historic spot where the draw is a spread of cold meze followed by hot meat dishes, served by friendly staff at moderate prices, and Tripadvisor lists it under seafood as well. The dining room is small, and reviewers advise booking ahead for dinner. Earlier visitors remember a back garden; a more recent review mentions a small garden at the front. Practical notes: reservations are taken on +90 312 315 47 99. The restaurant does not publish opening hours on its own channels, and the website linked from its Instagram profile was not reachable in November 2026, so phoning ahead is the surest way to check before a visit. The restaurant is in Ragıp Tüzün Mahallesi, a short walk from Ragıp Tüzün Caddesi.