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Yasar Usta: The best ice cream in Istanbul
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  • By muratkorman on November 23, 2007
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    by muratkorman
    Perhaps you will object to this statement until you taste the ice cream of Yasar Usta (Master Yasar). It is a small ice cream shop in Bostanci, but people come to buy this ice cream from far away. The secret of Yasar Usta's ice cream lies in the ingredients. He buys the fresh fruits from the market, selecting each by himself and he prepares the incredible ice cream from these fresh seasonal fruits without any artificial colouring, flavour or aroma. The result is an addictive ice cream which you can't stop yourself eating more as you feel the small fruit pieces inside. My suggestion is to visit this place for once and your ratings of ice cream will change forever.

    Guess what?

  • Theme: Ice Cream
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Ali Nihat Tarlan caddesi No:34/2 Bostanci
  • Directions: Beside Biberoglu Firini
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    Viktor Levi: Another popular winehouse
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  • By muratkorman on November 15, 2007
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    Viktor Levi is a popular winehouse whose history goes back to 1914. The house wines are all worth a try and there is a large menu to accompany the wine with starters, main courses and many more. It is located just beside Pano which is the other popular winehouse. In case, you can't find a place in one of them, you can try the other.

    Try the house wines, you won't regret it!!!

  • Theme: Wine Bar/Wine Tasting
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Hamalbasi Cad. No: 12 Galatasaray
  • Phone: +90 212 249 60 85
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    Marmara Kafeterya: Another fastfood stop in Taksim
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  • By muratkorman on November 14, 2007
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    Marmara Kafeterya is one of my favorites for fast food in Istiklal street. Delicious toasts and hot dogs as well as other fast food options are waiting you here. If you go to the upper floor, just check the table close to the window. Probably it will be occupied, but if it is free, take a seat there and order your food. You will enjoy watching the crowd below while you taste your food. The prices are very reasonable so you can't stop yourself eating. Give a try to the desserts if you have a sweet tooth.

    Sosisli sandvic (hotdog), sekerpare (dessert)

  • Theme: Fast Food
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Istiklal Cad. Büyükparmakkapi Sok. No: 6
  • Phone: +90 212 244 50 68
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    Baris Bufe: Fast Food in Bagdat Street
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  • By muratkorman on November 14, 2007
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    by muratkorman, 1 more photos
    Around Taksim, you know some popular fast food stops from my previous tips and I hear you asking "What about Asian side of Istanbul?". When it comes to popular places in Asian side, Bagdat street is the first place that comes to everybody's mind. And the answer to your question about popular fast food place is Baris Bufe. The toasts and doner wraps are so delicious that you ask one after the other. The prices are reasonable. It is a great spot to sit at one of the tables and watch people flocking in Bagdat street. After its popularity, there are more branches in istanbul now, even at another point in Bagdat street. However, this branch that I give the address is where it all starts from. Enjoy your meal :)

    Kasarli dilli tost, doner durum

  • Theme: Fast Food
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Bagdat caddesi No: 353/B Saskinbakkal
  • Phone: +90 216 358 41 02
  • Directions: Check the website for the other branches
  • Website: www.barisbufe.com.tr
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    Bambi Cafe: Another fast food legend in Taksim
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  • Updated By muratkorman on November 14, 2007
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    This fast food restaurant is one of the non-stops which is always crowded. Burgers, hotdogs, toasts, doner kebab and many more. Quick service, delicious meals, reasonable prices, what else would you ask?

    Kasarli dilli tost

  • Theme: Fast Food
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Siraselviler Cad. No:20 Taksim
  • Phone: +90 212 293 21 21
  • Website: www.bambicafe.com.tr
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    Kizilkayalar: Famous fastfood buffet
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  • Updated By muratkorman on November 14, 2007
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    This buffet is on Taksim Square just in the entrance of Istiklal Street. It works all day and night. There is a huge circulation of people and it is always crowded. You can find hamburgers, hotdogs and toasts as well as doner kebab. Only soft drinks are available.

    Kizilkayalar burger

  • Theme: Fast Food
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: less expensive than average
  • Address: Taksim Square
  • Website: www.kizilkayalar.com.tr
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    Tike: Kebab paradise
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  • Updated By muratkorman on November 14, 2007
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    Located in Saskinbakkal between Bagdat street and Sahilyolu, Tike is one of the best kebab restaurants in Asian side of Istanbul. The interior of the restaurant is elegantly decorated with authentic accessories and fireplaces. The service is very friendly and helpful. The kebabs you will taste here will make you feel like you reach the paradise. The appetizers and available salads also make this place more attractive. They have a huge wine collection which can double your food pleasure. The prices are quite expensive, but the quality of the meat compansates the cost. If you are taking a walk in Bagdat street or Sahilyolu, try to have your lunch or dinner here.

    Gavurdagi salatasi, icli kofte, beyti kebab

  • Theme: Middle Eastern
  • Price: US$31-40    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Kazım Özalp Cad. No: 58 Şaşkınbakkal
  • Phone: +90 216 467 59 14
  • Website: www.tike.com.tr
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    Tarihi Ali Baba Balik Lokantasi: Just Fish
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  • Updated By muratkorman on November 14, 2007
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    This fish restaurant is also well known for fresh seafood and fish they serve. The apetizers and side dishes are also nice, but alcoholic drinks aren't available which makes you frustrated. If this is not a problem, go on and try Ali Baba.

    Pacanga Boregi (a special pastry), Karides Guvec (Shrimp hot plate), Levrek izgara (Grilled sea bass)

  • Theme: Seafood
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Kireçburnu Cad. No:20-22 Sariyer
  • Phone: +90 212 223 25 25
  • Website: www.tarihialibaba.com
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    Kosova Et Lokantasi: Another fantastic meat restaurant
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  • Updated By muratkorman on November 14, 2007
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    This restaurant serves excellent quality of meat meals. It is close to the airport. Service quality is also very good. You will enjoy the meat dishes.

    Mantarli Pilav (rice with mushroom), Tandir (specially prepared meat), Doner kebap, Kunefe (dessert)

  • Theme: Local
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Turistik Tesisler 34810 Florya
  • Phone: +90 212 663 84 85
  • Website: www.kosova.com.tr
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    Pano Sarapevi: My favorite winehouse in Istanbul
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  • By muratkorman on November 13, 2007
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    Well, there is not much to say about Pano Sarapevi after you taste their own wine. This friendly winehouse is very popular amongst the local wine lovers. You can have side dishes, finger food and main courses. But I suggest a cheese platter and a bottle of house wine, rather than having a big dinner.

    Pano house wines

  • Theme: Wine Bar/Wine Tasting
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Kalyoncu Kulluk Caddesi No:4 Galatasaray
  • Phone: +90 212 292 66 64
  • Directions: Close to fish market in Istiklal
  • Website: www.panosarap.com
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