Teruar Urla

Teruar Urla
Interactive map of Teruar Urla
Restaurant information
EstablishedJuly 2020 (2020-07)
ManagerEzgi Serdaroğlu
ChefOsman Serdaroğlu
Food typeFrench, Mediterranean
Rating1 Michelin star (Michelin Guide)
StarStarStar (Gault Millau)
LocationUrla, İzmir, Turkey
Coordinates38°15′08″N 26°44′20″E / 38.2521°N 26.7390°E / 38.2521; 26.7390
Websiteteruarurla.com

Teruar Urla is a Michelin-starred restaurant and boutique gastro-hotel located in the Urla district of İzmir, Turkey. Established in July 2020 by Chef Osman Serdaroğlu and Ezgi Serdaroğlu, the establishment is situated in the Kuşçular neighborhood. It is known for its "terroir-focused" culinary philosophy, blending local Aegean ingredients with Mediterranean techniques. In 2023, it became one of the first restaurants in İzmir to receive both a Michelin Star and a Michelin Green Star.

Cuisine

Chef Osman Serdaroğlu, trained in Michelin-starred kitchens in Italy, employs a "less is more" approach, focusing on the essence of local ingredients.

As of 2026, the restaurant operates under the culinary theme "Roots and Layers" (Kökler ve Katmanlar), which explores the depth of Aegean soil and the complexity of simple ingredients. The menu is offered in three formats: a curated Tasting Menu, a dedicated Vegetarian Tasting Menu, and an À La Carte selection. Key highlights include:

Sustainability

In 2023, Teruar Urla was awarded the Michelin Green Star for its leadership in sustainable gastronomy. The restaurant operates a zero-waste kitchen, utilizing on-site composting for soil enrichment. Approximately 90% of all ingredients are sourced from local farmers and producers within a 15-kilometer radius of the Kuşçular village. The wine selection is focused on regional vineyards to minimize the carbon footprint associated with transportation.

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "Teruar Urla – Izmir - a MICHELIN Guide Restaurant". MICHELIN Guide. Retrieved 1 February 2026.
  2. ↑ "Michelin goes nationwide and Urla shines brightest". Al-Monitor. 12 December 2025. Retrieved 1 February 2026.
  3. ↑ "Teruar Urla Lunch Menu". Priceless.com. Retrieved 1 February 2026.
  4. 1 2 "Roots and Layers Alacarte Menu" (PDF). Teruar Urla. 1 January 2026. Retrieved 1 February 2026.
  5. ↑ "Roots and Layers Tasting Menu" (PDF). Teruar Urla. 1 January 2026. Retrieved 1 February 2026.
  6. ↑ "Roots and Layers Vegetarian Tasting Menu" (PDF). Teruar Urla. 1 January 2026. Retrieved 1 February 2026.
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