Gardenia Restaurant

"Unplanned stop here while visiting the castle. Fantastic views and lovely atmosphere, the menu is very western / European but we did manage to have the only two dishes on the menu that looked Turkish / local and a pizza for the little one. Very impressed, really enjoyed it. Not cheap but expected considering the location. Good service."

Rodrigo Barraza

"One of the nicest restaurants I’ve ever been. Get there just before sunset! The panoramic view from the old medieval castle is breathtaking, and when it gets dark, the lights and the suggestive cool electronic music from the live DJ gives it all an mysterious aura , if the sky is clear you sit straight under the stars. The food is delicious, cocktails superb, service professional . And yes, it is a little pricey compared with other restaurants in Alanya, but for someone living in Copenhagen it was ridiculously cheap considering what we got."

Magdalena Johansen

"We had high expectations for Gardenia Restaurant given its stunning location and lovely ambiance. The view is truly incredible, the atmosphere was charming with tasteful background music and even live music when we arrived. The food also looked visually appealing.

However, the experience quickly turned disappointing. Despite reserving early and requesting a good view, we were seated at a small circular table that proved impractical for even basic dining. The table was too cramped for both drinks and food, forcing us to awkwardly maneuver items around.

To make matters worse, the table was positioned right along a busy staff walkway. Staff were constantly rushing past, even brushing into our seating, shaking the table as they moved with heavy steps across the wooden floor, seriously affecting the calm atmosphere.

Service felt rushed and disorganized. We received our appetizer before drinks had even arrived, waiting over 30 minutes from arrival for our beverages. By the time we got them, the garlic bread was soggy and cold. We were also expected to reuse the same cutlery for the main course.

The main dish was overcooked compared to the requested doneness, and during the meal a staff member attempted to take our table’s atmospheric lighting to give to another table, which disrupted the experience further. We declined, but the moment still felt unprofessional.

We hoped dessert would end the evening on a high note, but options were limited, with little information provided. The panna cotta was average and inconsistent in portion size between guests.

In the end, we left with a large bill and the memory of a great view, but unfortunately, not much else."

Jonatan Aune