Buzz Beach Bar Oludeniz

Buzz Bar is one of my favourite places to go to EVER! Its fun. Its Vibey. The Food is excellent and the drinks Fabulous!

I have been there so many times now its impossible to say how often. I always take visiting family and friends there because I know without a doubt that they are going to be satisfied with the food drinks and the atmosphere.  And if that doesn't float their boats I know the breathtaking views will.

Its so easy to find, its right on the beachfront in Oludeniz between Help Bar and Bella & Gusta you cant miss it. You just take the Oludeniz Dolmus from Fethiye and jump out at the last stop in Oludeniz at the taxi rank, walk straight down the promenade  and you will see it on your left. Watch out for the paragliders landing strips:)
Buzz Bar has been there for such a long time too. If  I'm not mistaken it is one of the first establishments to pop up in the 1980's or so (I could be way off so don't quote me on that.. I'll find out though at let you know;) catering to the backpackers traveling in the area in that time. I've heard they were mostly Australian and South African.
As Ive said, Oludeniz was very different back then only a few bars and eating joints and many backpackers lodgers and of course Paragliding.

Paragliding is the heart of Oludeniz. Many people come to Oludeniz to try, learn or practice Paragliding, as the conditions are very favorable for most of the year. If you haven't done it yet, you are missing out. Get your butt up there. It is an unforgettable experience and well worth the trip up Babadag. If its the road you are afraid of, fear no more! In recent years they have paved the way almost to the very top. There are 2 or 3 take off platforms. They very well organised and take every precaution for a safe and positive experience. And whats more the views are unbeatable and unbelievably beautiful. Go on. Give it a go! Your family and friends can wait in Buzz Bar and have a cold celebratory drink waiting for you when you land in Oludeniz.

But more on paragliding in another post...

Back to Buzz Bar. So Bugruz Abi or Bob to most, has owned Buzz Bar for almost 30 years. Buzz has grown from strength to strength. They now also have Mozaik Boutique Hotel and are in the process of building the New beach front hotel which they hope to have finished by 2017.  Although you can always see Bob around these venues its his sons Cem and Osman taking over the reins now.

On the ground floor you have the Grill and Seafood area which is a perfect setting to sit and have a coffee or a meal as you watch the coming and goings of the holiday makers passing by, and a perfect view of picturesque Oludeniz beach and the paragliders' landing areas.
The Open Grill kitchen allows you to watch Sivis, the Head Chef and his team prepare all the tasty meals. The aroma coming from he stone oven baking the Lavas, Pides, Pizzas is mouthwatering. Turgut Abi a well known fixture behind the bar always wears a welcoming friendly face and opposite him right on the walkway the smiley face of Ayse greets you at the coffee and dessert corner.

Going upstairs you enter a different world. First you hear the light upbeat tunes of the DJ already paving the way for a guaranteed good night ahead, you see the barman mixing his cocktails as he chats to the patrons around the bar area.Then you turn your attention to the view, you are taken aback by the absolute beauty. You kind of forget everything for a second and as you bask in its beauty.
Here is where I'm always split. Do I stay at the high tables and chairs in the middle and get swept up in rhythm set by the DJ and the hassle and bustle of the waiters and restauranteers? Or do I take my cocktail and go and sit at the comfy terrace tables and just chillax  and enjoy the view? And that's what I like about Buzz Bar you can do them both...

The one thing you should not forget to do, is make a reservation. As you can imagine Dinner time (19:00 to about 21:00) is a very busy time for them and if you don't book in advance you could end up having to wait more than a cocktail or two for a table.


So lets get to the good part. The Food!
They offer a delicious Mediterranean fusion menu, from salads, pizzas, gourmet burgers and pides to Kebabs, pastas, steaks and wonderfully prepared fresh fish. Everything is freshly prepared and sourced locally, and always comes with the most aromatic garlic butter and steaming hot Lavas bread (or bubble bread as my daughter calls it) straight from the oven. I like to order a Classic Margarita with the Mixed Meze Platter when its really hot and I cant stomach a big meal. But I'm always torn as they have so many mouthwatering options. I love the Buzz Prawns which are prepared in the most finger licking delicious creamy garlic sauce. The Pepper steak is also one of my favourites cause the steak is always so tender and well seasoned.

If you go to the Buzz Bar website link at the bottom of the page you can have a look at the menus. Diner, drinks, snacks/day time menu as well as the dessert menus are included. Try the deserts! Leave space for them, make space for them  or come back another day for them but try them.  They are divine!

So lets review...

Review Table
Location and Accessibility	JJJJ	Very easily accessible from Fethiye by Dolmus
Atmosphere and Decor	JJJJJ	I like the relaxed music decor and atmosphere. They view is magnificient
Menu	JJJJ	The menu caters to every stomach and palat
Price	JJJJ	Very competitive prices
Service	JJJJJ	I always find the service staff very friendly and efficient.

Please remember that this Review is based on my own thoughts and experiences.

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DISCOVER FETHIYE with NICCI

Being a tourist in a foreign country is a wonderful experience. You see the world with wonder and pink tinted glasses ... Every new experience a delightful adventure. After a while though, the fun and excitement ware off and unfortunately give way to a more practical, cynical view. Luckily for me, I've lived here long enough to see past the razzle-dazzle of crazy summer festivities but not long enough for it to numb my sense of  wonder and intrigue in this wonderful country.
Having just recently moved back to Fethiye, I find myself once again in awe of the exquisite nature. The mountains with their mysterious cave-like holes dug out of them. The dazzling green hills. The striking blue sea displaying colours that artists only ever dream of capturing on canvas. The dark green forests and scary mountain roads branching off to simple quaint natural stone houses.

From Oludeniz and the Blue Lagoon to Faralya and Butterfly Valley. Kayakoy to Calis. From the Harbour to the Paspature. Its all magical.
Between all this, I notice many new Cafe's, Bars and Restaurants. Some front and center on the promenade, many hidden in side streets or tucked in on dirt roads in the villages.
Having seen the sights I find myself wanting to get to know a different side of Fethiye. The yummy side of it!  My mouth watering for a 'Midiye dolmasi' with a squirt of lemon, or a 'Balik Ekmek with Ayran, or perhaps a juicy Steak and a tall glass of chilled wine in the evening while I enjoy the Sunset.  We can all agree that no matter where you are in Fethiye, the sunsets are AMAZING!
From cay and toast on tiny colourful chairs at the corner Cafe', to cocktails and dancing in the clubs, I want to try it all!
Join me on my adventure as I rediscover Fethiye, As I visit and review my experiences in all these wonderfully inviting locations. I'll fill you in on how I got there, How I thought the service was. What the atmosphere was like, Did the DJ get me tap my feet and nod in time with the rhythm?
Leave a comment if you like or any suggestions of your own. Where should I go next? and What should I order? Lets start Discovering Fethiye together..

Gorgeous Sunset at Oludeniz/FETHIYE