Balıkçım Yasem

Edirne


Appropriately located near the fish fountain just off Saraçlar Caddesi, this tiny eatery next to the city's busiest fishmonger cooks up fresh catch of the day and serves it to a constant stream of customers. Take away or eat at one of the five tables on the street.


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