Ankara Picnic 앙카라피크닉

A Turkish restaurant located directly in front of Itaewon Station Exit 3 in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. The menu features authentic Turkish kebabs including lamb, chicken cheese, and falafel varieties. The lamb is notably clean in flavor with no gamey aftertaste, a quality that surprises first-time visitors. The mixed rice plate balances exotic spice profiles with an approachability suited to local palates, delivering a savory depth that keeps regulars coming back, and the mixed cheese kebab remains a consistent favorite. The interior carries an international aesthetic while staying neat and well-maintained, and Turkish staff members serve guests in fluent Korean, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Portions are filling enough for a satisfying quick meal, and those who miss the kebabs they ate in Europe will find this a reliable local adaptation that stays true to the spirit of the original. For guests who find lamb too adventurous, the chicken cheese kebab makes an accessible entry point, while the falafel offers an excellent plant-based alternative. Its immediate proximity to the subway station, barely a minute on foot, makes it an effortless stop in the Itaewon area.