Turkish vs English Breakfast in Side

At Hawaii Restaurant & Bar in Side old town, choose the Turkish Breakfast for a fresh, shareable spread of tomato, cucumber, olives, white cheese, salami, egg, plus butter, jam and honey — or the English Breakfast for a hearty cooked plate of bacon, sausage, fried egg, mushroom, tomato, beans and toast.

Two real breakfasts, one easy choice

Some mornings you want something light and lingering. Other mornings you want a plate that actually fills you up before a long day at the beach. At Hawaii Restaurant & Bar in Side old town (512. Sk., since 2000), you don't have to compromise — both breakfasts on our menu are the real thing, made to order. This guide breaks down the honest differences so you can order with confidence, whether you're feeding yourself, your partner, or the whole family.

The Turkish Breakfast: fresh, shareable, unhurried

Our Turkish Breakfast is a genuine spread-style (serpme) affair. You get tomato, cucumber, olives, butter, jam and honey, white cheese, salami and a boiled egg — a little of everything, arranged to graze over slowly. It's the kind of breakfast that turns into a conversation. Nothing arrives as one big cooked plate; instead you build each bite yourself, mixing salty white cheese with sweet honey, or wrapping cool cucumber and tomato around a piece of egg.

This is the lighter, brighter option. It suits warm Side mornings, people who don't want to feel heavy afterwards, and couples or friends who like to share and pick. If you're the sort who wants a fresh start before wandering down to the ancient Side harbour or the beach, this is your plate. It also pairs beautifully with the wider table if you're curious about local flavours — our Turkish food guide for tourists explains how breakfast fits into the bigger picture of eating well here.

The English Breakfast: hearty, cooked, comforting

Craving home comfort? Our English Breakfast is a proper cooked plate: bacon, fried egg, sausage, mushroom, tomato, baked beans and toasted bread. Everything comes hot and together, so there's no assembling and no sharing required — this one is unapologetically a full plate for one hungry person. It's the antidote to a late night, the fuel before an active day, and the taste of home for guests who've been travelling and want something familiar.

If this is calling your name, our dedicated English Breakfast in Side page has the full rundown. And if bacon is the deciding factor for you, we take it seriously — see our take on bacon in Side.

Turkish vs English: which one suits you?

Here's the quick honest verdict. Go Turkish if you want fresh and light, love to graze and share, prefer a mix of sweet and savoury, and don't want to feel stuffed. Go English if you want one hearty hot plate, you're properly hungry, you're craving comfort food, or you just miss home. Neither is "better" — they solve different mornings.

Travelling as a group with mixed tastes? Order one of each and pass plates around. The Turkish spread's variety keeps light eaters happy while the English plate satisfies the big appetites — a combination that works especially well for families dining together. Little ones are covered too, with a kids menu and alcohol-free kids cocktails, so nobody at the table is left out.

When and how to have breakfast at Hawaii

We open daily from 10:00, so breakfast here is a relaxed, later-morning affair rather than a rushed early one — perfect for holiday timing. Not staying within walking distance? We offer free hotel pickup (round trip) from selected hotels, plus an affordable two-way transfer if your hotel isn't on the list. Prefer to eat in your room? Takeaway and nearby delivery are available too. To see exactly what's on offer and today's prices, check the live menu — it's always current.

Whichever breakfast wins, a little planning makes the morning smoother. If you're coming as a couple or a group, or you simply want your favourite table ready, it's worth a quick online reservation — you can always message us on WhatsApp at +90 533 930 12 83 with any questions.

Still can't decide?

Then don't. The beauty of eating out is you can order the fresh Turkish spread today and come back tomorrow for the full English — or the other way around. Side rewards slow mornings, and both plates are made to be enjoyed without a clock ticking. Fresh and shareable, or hearty and hot: the only wrong choice is skipping breakfast altogether. Come find out which one becomes your Side ritual.