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Lychee & Rose Petal Martini (1400₺): rose petal…read moreinfused vodka, gin, lychee, Peychaud's bitter, lemon
Zuma Bellini (1400₺): campari, strawberry liqueur, apricot puree, lemon, prosecco
Crispy Fried Squid (2165₺): with green chilli and lime
Sliced Yellowtail (1775₺): with green chilli relish, ponzu and pickled garlic
Spicy Beef Tenderloin (3235₺): with sesame, red chii and sweet soy
2pc Fatty Tuna Aburi (1665₺): with wafu sauce and caviar
Salmon Avocado Maki Roll (1100₺): with tenkasu and kizami wasabi
Semi Fatty Tuna Aburi Maki Roll (1795₺): with truffle, yuzu, spicy mayonnaise
Aya's take:
To start, I'm confident that the other Zuma locations have better food quality and better flavors, especially for these prices! With that said, you go to Zuma Bodrum for the vibes, views, and maybe a pretty drink. The food gets a 3/5 while the location and ambiance get a 5/5. I made a reservation for sunset/golden hour a few weeks in advance and I was beyond grateful and appreciative that we literally got the best table in the restaurant, closest to the water, the Zuma sign, and the stunning sunset! The cocktails were both delicious and I highly recommend the Lychee & Rose Petal Martini as it was tropical, light, and not overly sweet. The food is overpriced for what it is so just get what sounds good or have a light bite here. I will say my favorites were the Salmon Avocado Maki Roll and Semi Fatty Tuna Aburi Maki Roll. Zuma Bodrum truly embodies what summer on the Mediterranean feels like and despite the lackluster food, I highly recommend visiting this location for the most unbelievable sunset views.