Istanbul Restaurants

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  • Fishing Boats in eminonu.., Istanbul

    1. Fishing Boats in eminonu..

    One day at around lunch time we decied to have a fish sandwich (Balik ekmek) at the Eminönü pier near the Galata Bridge. At the stall "Tarihi Eminönü Balik Ekmek" the fish (mackerel) is directly...   more
  • kumkapi restaurants, Istanbul

    2. kumkapi restaurants

    The restaurant was recommended by the hotel and we didn't regret going there. It is located in the historic fishers district of Sultanahmet where many fish restaurants are located. They offer a free...   more
  • Haci Abdullah, Istanbul

    3. Haci Abdullah

    Haci Abdullah a half block northwest off Istiklal Caddesi at Sakizagaci Caddesi 17, is among the city's famous old dining places. The ambience is bright and lively rather than quiet and dark, the...   more
  • Hamdi, Istanbul

    4. Hamdi

    Hamdi is one of the well known kebab restaurants in Istanbul. The menu provides a variety of specialties. If you can find a place in the terrace (reservation suggested) which overlooks Galata Bridge,...   more
  • Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor), Istanbul

    5. Besinci Kat (The Fifth Floor)

    The 5. Floor is located at the Sıraselviler Caddesi ( street ) near Istiklal street and it is operated by the actress Yasemin Alkaya. The venue doesn’ t comprimise from quality for years and also...   more
  • Saray, Istanbul

    6. Saray

    Last week, attracted by the front window of this restaurant (the Kadikoy branch) my friends and I we decided to have a desert. The place looked clean and professional so we thought it would be good....   more
  • Doy Doy Restaurant, Istanbul

    7. Doy Doy Restaurant

    Good local cuisine with lots of option to select and don't forget to try some ayran(Yogurt drink). Good value for money, cozy & friendly environment. Tavuk çorba with Kosh kosh (Chicken Soup with...   more
  • Haci Baba, Istanbul

    8. Haci Baba

    Range of similar And priced similar to other places that we had been to, however: 1) we are overcharged for food 2) the waited insisted we paid for the food because we had ordered it, despite the fact...   more
  • kanaat restaurants, Istanbul

    9. kanaat restaurants

    This restaurant gives you a first hand look at the magnificent Süleymaniye complex. The dish of choice is the traditional kuru fasülye which are white beans in a tomato sauce served alongside rice and...   more
  • pierre loti cafe, Istanbul

    10. pierre loti cafe

    While not exactly on the beaten path, this coffeehouse shows evidence by the number of outside tables that many do make their way here. On the day that I visited, rain kept all but us diehards away....   more
  • Cibalikapi Balikcisi, Istanbul

    11. Cibalikapi Balikcisi

    This small restaurant is the best place for tasting mezees (side dishes)! It's actually a fish restaurant, but the mezees offered before the main course will make it impossible for you to actually get...   more
  • Sultan Pub, Istanbul

    12. Sultan Pub

    food was cold, service slow. When asked about the restaurant by the manager on departing we told him the truth. he became aggressive and threatening and started shouting in front of dining guests....   more
  • Yesil Ev, Istanbul

    13. Yesil Ev

    Yesil Ev ( green House) is an boutique hotel with a beautiful restaurant facilities In 1977 this mansion was up for sale and was taken under control by the Turkish Touring and Automobile Association....   more
  • Canim Cigerim, Istanbul

    14. Canim Cigerim

    Canim means “my dear” and “cigerim” means “my liver”, but actually it is an expression for describing the beloved one. Liver is very common food in Turkish cuisine. It is eaten fried, grilled or...   more
  • Yagalata, Istanbul

    15. Yagalata

    The Galata Bridge is stuffed with cafes and restaurants and most of them have tiresome touts trying to make you choose them ('Yes! hello! Speak english!? You try my restaurant!') . We enjoyed a walk...   more
  • mezzaluna, Istanbul

    16. mezzaluna

    In the heart of Nisantasi, one member of an Istanbul chainlet of Italian restaurants has been providing meals to the young and sophisticated crowd for over 10 years. It is located below ground level...   more
  • Borsa: Traditionnal Turkish, Istanbul

    17. Borsa: Traditionnal Turkish

    Opening first in 1927, the restaurant now operates through three different branches. Specialities include Hunkar begendili kebap (pureed aubergine with lamb),...   more
  • Karadeniz Simsek Pide Salonu, Istanbul, TR: Pide, Istanbul

    18. Karadeniz Simsek Pide Salonu, Istanbul, TR: Pide

    Soooooo yummy "Pide", a very local Turkish dish ... :)Pide, which can be made with minced meat (together with onion, chopped tomatoes, parsley and spices),...   more
  • Imbat Restaurant: Beautiful View, Great Food, Istanbul

    19. Imbat Restaurant: Beautiful View, Great Food

    We visited Imbat Restaurant for a romantic meal with a beautiful view as recommended by thousands of Internet reviews. We weren't disappointed. We made...   more
  • Pasazade Restaurant: Delicious Meal, Istanbul

    20. Pasazade Restaurant: Delicious Meal

    We ate at Pasazade Restaurant on our first night ever in Istanbul, and made our decision because we wanted someplace easy but still a bit formal and it was...   more
  • Havuzlu: Tasty Lunch at The Grand Bazaar, Istanbul

    21. Havuzlu: Tasty Lunch at The Grand Bazaar

    Havuzlu is a well-known place located within The Grand Bazaar serving what we thought was really tasty Turkish food. The host shows you the options of dishes...   more
  • Restaurant Özler, Istanbul

    22. Restaurant Özler

    As the Restaurant Özler was located just across the street from our hotel, we met here quite a few times in the late evening for a beer, which with 7 TYR was...   more
  • Restaurant Kasap Osman, Istanbul

    23. Restaurant Kasap Osman

    Before we headed off to the football match of Fenerbahce Istanbul vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach we chose the Restaurant Kasap Osman for our late lunch.The...   more
  • Restaurant Odessa, Istanbul

    24. Restaurant Odessa

    One early afternoon we visited Restaurant Odessa just for a drink. The 4-storey restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. In December 2012 we chose the place...   more
  • ADA Cafe, Istanbul

    25. ADA Cafe

    One evening I enjoyed a nice VT dinner meeting with the local VT member revontulet (Sibel) and a workmate of hers.ADA Cafe was suggested as the meeting...   more

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