Trout Restaurants in Maşukiye

How is trout served in Maşukiye?

Most restaurants here either raise trout in pools fed by cold mountain water or source their fish from nearby farms. The fish is usually prepared to order. The most common styles are pan-fried in butter, grilled, baked on a clay tile and baked in a casserole with melted cheese. It comes with a seasonal salad, corn bread and meze. Some tables are right at the water's edge and others are on platforms built over the stream.

When to go

In summer the streamside is cool, which makes lunch here very popular. In winter the heated indoor sections are open and you can eat with a snowy view. At weekend lunchtimes both the restaurants and the road into Maşukiye get crowded. Choosing an early or late lunch shortens the wait.

What to check before you order

• Whether trout is priced by the portion or by weight
• Whether meze, salad and bread are included in the price
• Whether the fish is served on the bone or filleted
• Whether a streamside table costs extra or needs a reservation
• Meat, chicken and children's menu options besides fish
• Parking and indoor seating in winter

If you are sitting at a streamside table with small children, keep a close eye on them near the water.