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Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor), Istanbul

Dinner with a view to die for - Istanbul
Dinner with a view to die for
by dgeorge10
Dining reviews and photos of Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor) posted by real travelers and Istanbul locals.
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Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor): dont miss , having a great dinner w/ a great view!
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  • KIZGINdamdakiKedi
  • By KIZGINdamdakiKedi on August 22, 2004
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  • 5.kat - Istanbul
    5.kat
    by KIZGINdamdakiKedi
    Spreading its wings all the way from the modern Bosphorus Bridge to historic Sultanahmet,the sweeping view from the fifth Floor's terrace is one of the most breathtaking in the city.

    you can try many dishes from Turkish,cambodian,italian,indian cuisines

    Seating capasity: 120
    Entertainment :music by DJ
    Meals :Breakfast,lunch,dinner
    Drink/Wines :all drinks
    Reservation :required
    Credit Cards : Visa,Master and Maestro

    Steak with mushroom souce
    the salad of 5th floor
    Chicken Marbella
    Chicken Madras with peakchic (Nohutlu tavuk Madras)

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  • Theme: Other
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Siraselviler Cad. Soganci Sokak No:7kat:5 Cihangir
  • Phone: +90(212)293 3774
  • Directions: you had better take a cab, if you are in Cihangir Area try to ask somebody !! :-)
  • Website: www.5kat.com
  • Other Contact: info@5kat.com
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    Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor): Sunset at Bosphorous
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  • Gokcecicek
  • By Gokcecicek on November 16, 2003
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  • Logo - Istanbul
    Logo
    by Gokcecicek
    When I was working near Taksim, in Cihangir, I was used to go to Besinci Kat. It is the fifth floor of a renovated building near Alman Hastanesi (German Hospital) in Siraselviler Caddesi. The restaurant has a terrace where you can enjoy the Bosphorous view during summer. The restaurant turns into a bar by late night. It is managed by an actress (Yasemin Alkaya) and you can feel her artistic taste at every detail of this place.
    No matter what you wear. Gays are welcomed at this place. Warning: They don't accept credit cards. Go with cash in your pocket.

    My favorite starter is stuffed mushroom with ham and cheese and my favorite dish is homemade ravioli. Their salads are delicious as well.

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  • Theme: Other
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Taksim, Siraselviler Caddesi
  • Phone: +90 212 293 37 74
  • Directions: Siraselviler Caddesi Soganci Sok. No 7 Kat 5 Cihangir Taksim
  • Website: http://www.5kat.com/
  • Other Contact: +90 212 252 33 85
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    Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor): Worth every penny
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  • dgeorge10
  • Updated By dgeorge10 on February 23, 2003
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  • Dinner with a view to die for - Istanbul
    Dinner with a view to die for
    by dgeorge10
    This place is hella expensive, by Istanbul standards, but they have good food, great service, and a view that will leave you breathless. Perched on top of an apartment building, it's one of Istanbul's many hidden jewels. If you're there in the summer, book a table and soak in the city from this incredible perch!

    If you can't afford dinner, at least go for drinks. The view is worth it!!

    Madras style Chicken

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  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Siraselviler Street
  • Phone: 293 37 74 (they speak English)
  • Directions: Hidden! From Taksim, face Istiklal. Take the busy street leading left. Go about 200 meters, slightly downhill. At a big red chemist sign (Eczane), turn left. After 100 meters till neon Angel sign.
  • Website: www.5kat.com
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    Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor): Nice scenery poor food
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  • prikje
  • By prikje on September 7, 2005
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  • several dishes - Istanbul
    several dishes
    by prikje
    On the fifth floor under huge glass with a view on the Bosporus.
    Lots of waiters serving local food.
    Not specially this restaurant but turkish cuisine is the worst I know.
    Tasteless,sour sauce on dishes,lack of using tastefull ingredients .
    I know many cuisines but this is the worst I have encountered.

    The Adana kebab is a little spicier so a least it has some taste

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  • Theme: Local
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Taksim, Siraselviler Caddesi
  • Phone: +90 212 293 37 74
  • Directions: Siraselviler Caddesi Soganci Sok. No 7 Kat 5 Cihangir Taksim
  • Website: http://www.5kat.com/
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    Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor): Home made Lemonade
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  • remsteel
  • By remsteel on June 4, 2007
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  • We went there for afternoon drinks - had tea and lemonade.
    The home made lemonade was very refreshing and different. The view is breathtaking.
    The brownie was delicious too.

    Our host paid for the drinks. around 5 YTL per person.

  • Theme: Local
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Taksim, Siraselviler Caddesi
  • Phone: +90 212 293 37 74
  • Directions: Siraselviler Caddesi Soganci Sok. No 7 Kat 5 Cihangir Taksim
  • Website: http://www.5kat.com/
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    Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor): The speciality is the panorama!!
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  • By kia81 on June 16, 2008
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  • Panorama from the terrace of 5Kat - Istanbul
    Panorama from the terrace of
    5Kat
    by kia81, 1 more photos
    The restaurant is on the 5th floor, as the name suggests, and its main characteristic is the terrace from which you have an amazing view to the Asian part of Istanbul. However, also the food is very good.
    They have international dishes with a personal touch, they have not only turkish dishes ...there are Italian and Mexican specialities too.
    The waiters are kind and fast but a little bit too much serious...and I had the feeling that they change mood depending on how much (and how much expensive) you order.

    Me and my husbands tried different meat dishes and appetizer, and we have particulary appreciated the "Appetizer Plate" (served for two) that consists in Fried halloumi cheese, quesadilla, falafel and crispy chicken fingers with very good sauces. The cost was 25.00 YTL (about 12,5€)

    I also appreciated the "Cheese Plate" consisting in different kinds of cheese served with fresh and dried fruits and walnuts.
    It cost about 24 YTL (about 12 €)

    I didn't tried them, but I know that they serve also a rich brunch!

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  • Theme: Eclectic/International
  • Price: US$31-40    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Taksim, Siraselviler Caddesi, Soðancý Sokak No: 7
  • Phone: +90 212 293 37 74
  • Directions: From Taksim square go in Siraselviler Caddesi Soganci Sok.
  • Website: http://www.5kat.com/
  • Other Contact: info@5kat.com
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    Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor): Wonderful Evening
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  • By chrisjb on December 1, 2008
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  • Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor) - Istanbul
    by chrisjb, 1 more photos
    Excellent food, music lighting and management. Overall excellent ambience. Great views out across Istanbul.

  • Theme: Other
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Taksim, Siraselviler Caddesi
  • Phone: +90 212 293 37 74
  • Directions: Siraselviler Caddesi Soganci Sok. No 7 Kat 5 Cihangir Taksim Get a taxi
  • Website: http://www.5kat.com/
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