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Seafood restaurant in Fethiye, Muğla
What should I order at Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı?
What to order
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Sea Bass
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, well-cooked, and delicious; reviewers praised it grilled to perfection, barbecued well, and large enough to share.
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Meze
Frequently recommended because the mezze selection was described as amazing, delicious, unique, and a great way to start the meal, with both cold and hot options.
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Calamari
Mentioned several times as a standout seafood item, especially the fried calamari, which reviewers said was fresh and delicious.
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Octopus
Recommended for its strong flavor and good preparation, including octopus in cream sauce and plain octopus that reviewers found delicious.
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Sea Bream
Specifically praised as a great local fish from the market, valued for its freshness and quality.
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Squash Blossoms
Called out as one of the best dishes by reviewers, with one saying to definitely try the squash blossoms and another praising the fried pumpkin-style meze.
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Stuffed Zucchini Flowers
Recommended as part of the mezze selection because it was fresh and tasty, and reviewers specifically mentioned it among the dishes they enjoyed.
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Prawns
Mentioned as part of a well-received meal, with reviewers noting they were enjoyed after selecting fresh seafood from the market.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
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| Tuesday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 1 AM |
About Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı
Unfussy eatery with a terrace offering a variety of seafood including fish, squid, shrimp & octopus.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
Frequently asked
What is Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı known for?
It is best known for market-style seafood, where you pick the fish or seafood first and then have it cooked to order. Reviewers especially call out the fresh sea bass, calamari, octopus, and the meze selection, saying the fish-market setup makes the meal feel authentic.
What dishes are most recommended at Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı?
The most mentioned dishes are grilled sea bass, calamari, octopus in cream sauce, stuffed zucchini flowers, and the special meze plates. Reviewers also recommend sea bream, perch, prawns, and fried pumpkin or squash blossom meze, often noting that the seafood tastes very fresh and simply cooked.
What is the atmosphere like at Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı?
The atmosphere is lively, casual, and cozy, with a fish market setting, outdoor or rooftop seating, and live music mentioned in reviews. It suits groups and tourists looking for a busy dinner, but it is also popular for solo dining and lunch because service is described as fast and attentive.
Is Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price is ₺2,000+, and reviews show that a meal for 4 without alcohol can run about 4,000 lira, with alcohol pushing it closer to 6,000 lira. Some reviewers say the wine is expensive and prices can feel tricky, but others feel the fresh seafood, market selection, and overall experience justify the cost.
When is the best time to visit Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and reviewers say the place can be busy and filled with people at peak times. Lunch is also a strong option if you want the same fresh seafood and a quicker, simpler experience.
Is parking available at Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı?
Yes. Free street parking is available.
Is Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı kid-friendly?
Yes, Hilmi Restaurant Balık Pazarı is good for kids.
