Istanbul Restaurants
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1. Çiya
$$ | Asian Side |Chef-owner Musa Dağdeviren, who hails from the southeastern Turkish city of Gaziantep, is something of a culinary anthropologist, offering truly unique dishes made using recipes from around Turkey. This restaurant, Çiya Sofrası—the original of the three no-frills branches along the same street—is known for its seasonal meat- and vegetarian-based daily specials that feature unusual flavor combinations. Nearby Çiya Kebap serves top-notch kebabs along with home-style dishes; Çiya Kebap 2 offers just kebabs.
Güneşlibahçe Sok. 43, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34710, Turkey216-330–3190Known For
- Innovative cuisine from different regions of Turkey
- Seasonal ingredients
- Unique desserts, including candied olives, tomatoes, or eggplant
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2. Aida
$$$$ | Asian Side |Housed in one of Kadıköy’s historic Moda apartment buildings, Aida’s dimly lit coziness brings the feeling of an Italian bistro to Istanbul. The Italian chef creates authentic cuisine, and some nights, there is live piano music to accompany dinner.
Ressam Şeref Akdik Sok. 10, Kadıköy, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey544-851–5151Known For
- Intimate atmosphere
- Extensive list of Turkish and Italian wines
- Seasonal menu
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3. Akdeniz Hatay Sofrası
$$$ | Western Districts |Popular with locals, this restaurant specializes in the Arab-influenced cuisine of Hatay (originating near Turkey's border with Syria), which features delicious meze like hummus, baba ghanoush, muhammara (a spread of mashed chile peppers and walnuts), kısır (a spicy version of tabbouleh), and a wide range of uncommon kebabs. The venue's famous "meter kebab" serves several people and requires advance ordering, as does the salt-shell-baked chicken and lamb.
Ahmediye Cad. 44/A, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-444–7247Known For
- Lavish weekend breakfast spread
- Less common regional cuisine
- Tuzda tavuk, chicken encased in salt and set on fire
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4. Brew Coffeeworks
$ | The Bazaar Quarter and Environs |This large, airy café on a main street near the Spice Bazaar has a large selection of cakes and sandwiches to accompany its coffee and tea.
Hamidiye Cad. 60, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-520–9642Known For
- Central location
- Extensive dessert menu
- Stylish decor
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5. Casita
$$$ | Nisantasi |This charming little restaurant is best known for its mantı—a ravioli-like Turkish pasta traditionally stuffed with ground meat—and specifically Feraye (a name the restaurant has trademarked), a fried variation filled with cheese and spinach, potato and cheese, or chicken. The atmosphere is casual, and diners can either sit at sidewalk tables on a lively pedestrian side street lined with other restaurants and shops or at tables looking onto a quiet garden in the back.
Atiye Sok. 3, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-327–8293Known For
- Outdoor seating
- Laid-back vibe
- Café food with a modern Turkish twist
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6. Cup of Joy
$ | Nisantasi |This airy café-bakery, filled with lush green plants and big greenhouse-style windows, has an extensive menu of coffees, sweets, and brunch foods.
Şair Nigar Sok 11, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-231–4831Known For
- Spacious outdoor seating
- Stylish atmosphere
- Fresh-made brunch selections
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7. Fes Café
$ | The Bazaar Quarter and Environs |Squeezed into a former market stall in the heart of the Grand Bazaar, the small kitchen at Fes Café turns out simple sandwiches, salads, excellent fresh lemonade and fruit juices, homemade desserts, and other American-style fare. The fuller menu includes salads, pastas, and meat dishes.
Ali Baba Turbe Sok. 15a, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-528–1613Known For
- Nice views inside the Grand Bazaar
- Good quick-bite option while shopping
- Housewares and jewelry from young Turkish designers
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8. Hamdi Restaurant
$$ | The Bazaar Quarter and Environs |This grill house is an Istanbul institution, with a huge selection of kebabs, as well as appetizers like mini lahmacun (thin flatbread topped with spicy ground meat); although the food may not be too different from other kebab houses, Hamdi's three dining floors still tend to be packed with both tourists and locals. This makes for a lively, even boisterous, atmosphere, and service can be a bit harried; make sure that you get—and pay for—exactly what you order.
Kalçın Sok. 11, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-528–0390Known For
- Terrace-level tables with views of the Golden Horn
- Wide kebab selection
- Bustling atmosphere
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9. Kafe Ara
$$ | Beyoglu |This popular, cozy hangout, named after famous Turkish photographer Ara Güler, whose black-and-white photographs of Istanbul line the walls, is a nice place for a light meal or cup of coffee. The menu includes several Turkish meat dishes along with more international fare, such as grilled entrecôte (sirloin) steak with pommes frites or tagliatelle with salmon.
Tosbağı Sok. 2, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-245–4105Known For
- Alfresco seating out front
- Wide variety of salads and pastas
- Warm and inviting atmosphere
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10. Meşhur Dondurmacı Ali Usta
$ | Asian Side |With long lines snaking out the door in the summertime, Ali Usta Dondurma is Kadıköy’s most popular ice cream spot, with flavors that draw on local tastes like chestnut, pistachio, and Turkish coffee.
Moda Cad. 176, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey216-414–1880Known For
- Close to the seaside
- Wide variety of flavors
- Lively atmosphere
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11. Pasifik Pastanesi
$ | Asian Side |Located in the heart of Kadıköy, this welcoming patisserie has windows full of colorful cakes and traditional sweets. It's the perfect place to have a cup of tea and a sweet or savory Turkish pastry.
Moda Cad. 76, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey216-346–1430Known For
- Fresh-made cakes and pastries
- Friendly service
- Outdoor seating
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12. Secret Garden Restaurant
$$$ | Princes Islands |The meze, meatballs, salads, grilled fish, and other mainly Turkish fare are fresh and well prepared, but the hospitable service and lovely, secluded setting are what really make this restaurant attached to the Ada Palas hotel stand out. Seating is in a quaint, greenhouse-style structure or the lush garden, where one outdoor table is romantically draped in a filmy canopy. A lavish breakfast spread and assorted coffee and alcoholic drinks are also available.
Çiçekyalı Sok. 24, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey216-382–1444Known For
- Garden seating
- Wide array of meze
- Seasonal fish selection
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13. The House Café Ortaköy
$$$ | Bosphorus |The largest and one of the most popular branches of this local chain of chic eateries is directly on the waterfront, with stylish furnishings and two enormous open-air terraces. The international menu ranges from starters like Asian-style crispy chicken fingers and salmon ceviche to main-course salads, pastas, pizzas, steaks, and the signature house burger.
Salhane Sok. 1, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey212-227–2699-OrtaköyKnown For
- Excellent cocktail list
- Views of the Bosphorus
- Lively atmosphere
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