Eskişehir offers a wide variety of food options suitable for different tastes and budgets.
Students can easily find:
- university cafeterias offering affordable daily meals
- local restaurants serving traditional Turkish cuisine
- international restaurants and cafés
- street food and quick meal options
The city’s café culture is also very popular among students. Many cafés function as informal study spaces where students meet friends, work on group assignments, or spend time between classes.
University Dining Halls (Student-Friendly)
All three public universities in Eskişehir offer subsidized, nutritious, and highly affordable dining hall services for students.
1. ANADOLU UNIVERSITY (Yunus Emre Campus)
The central dining hall serves both lunch and dinner. Newly opened dining halls also provide lunch services for students. In addition, there are many affordable cafés and cafeterias across the campus.
2. ESKİŞEHİR OSMANGAZİ UNIVERSITY (Meşelik Campus)
The central dining hall and faculty canteens offer a wide range of meal options. The campus also hosts various cafés and cafeterias.
3. ESKİŞEHİR TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY (ESTÜ – İki Eylül Campus)
The ESTÜ dining hall provides daily meal services for students on campus.
Eating Out in the City and Living Costs
Living costs in Eskişehir are significantly lower compared to major cities such as Istanbul and Ankara. Students can easily find affordable dining options across the city, from traditional restaurants to modern cafés.
Average Prices in Eskişehir
| Product / Service | Average Price (Estimated) |
|---|---|
| University Dining Hall Meal (per meal) | 30–40 TL (~1 Euro) (Student) |
| Student Public Transportation Ticket | 15–20 TL (~0.50 Euro) |
| Coffee at a Third-Wave Café | 100–200 TL (~5 Euros) |
| Çibörek (Local Pastry Dish – per portion) | 150–200 TL (~5 Euros) |
(Prices are approximate and may vary depending on inflation.)
Local Food Culture
Eskişehir is also known for its rich local cuisine. One of the city’s most famous dishes is Çibörek, a traditional pastry filled with minced meat and fried to a crispy texture. Originally brought to the region by Crimean Tatars, Çibörek has become one of the signature flavors of the city.
Students and visitors can find Çibörek in many traditional restaurants and local eateries across Eskişehir, especially around Odunpazarı and the city center.
