90% Inflation: Turkish Diners Flee to Greece for Affordable Meals

Turkish Tourists Opt for Greece as Domestic Restaurant Inflation Soars

With restaurant prices skyrocketing in Turkey, many locals are finding it more affordable to vacation in neighboring Greece. Popular Turkish holiday destinations are experiencing unusually low turnout at restaurants, even during peak season.

Social media is abuzz with disgruntled Turkish citizens sharing shockingly high restaurant bills. Posts highlight exorbitant prices, such as a $640 tab for a meal shared by five people in Bodrum and a staggering $30 charge for five scoops of ice cream in Cesme. Adding insult to injury, Turkish tourists in nearby Greek islands are reporting significantly lower prices for comparable dining experiences.

As Turkish residents seek refuge from their country’s inflated prices, Greece emerges as a more budget-friendly alternative for dining and leisure.