Dining
Barbeku House is a hidden gem, located just minutes from the Blue Mosque. This is the place where you can enjoy quality Turkish food at affordable prices in a warm and cosy atmosphere. You can also...
Beyti Restaurant is a unique Turkish meat restaurant and admired not only in the country but all over the world. The dish called 'Beyti Kebap' is highly recommended.
Eleos is a warm and welcoming Greek restaurant which can be hard to find but it will be well worth the effort. The small menu changes daily, depending on the catch of the day. With your fresh food ...
The luxurious Four Seasons hotel is a converted prison from around the year 1800 near the Topkapi Palace. The restaurant is in a round outbuilding on what was once the prison yard, and here you can...
Galatasaray Fish Market & Çicek Pasaji
Halfway through the market runs the Nevizade, a lane with a string of good value Meyhanes (traditional taverns). The flower thoroughfare next to the market is a reconstructed restaurant street, but...
The restaurant is named after the goddess Medusa and is located in an old building that used to be a mansion before it was restored into a restaurant. This charming restaurant provides a lovely cou...
Bars & Nightlife
360 is one of the hippest places in town. Make a memorable evening out of it and go for an amazing dinner at the restaurant, followed by a drink in the chic bar and ending it at the hottest club in...
On the upper floors of this nine-story tower is a nightclub which hosts Turkish shows like belly dancing. The medieval stone tower is located just to the north of the Golden Horn and is an importan...
Hodjapasha is a culture centre located in a former Turkish bath. These days you can come here in the evening for inspiring music and dance shows. Here you can see solo oriental dances as well as gr...
Litera Restaurant & Lounge-Club
You can find Litera Bar at the top of one of the tall Ottoman buildings with an amazing view over the Sea of Marmara and the Bosphorus. Drinks tend to be on the pricey side; however, quality and ba...
A nostalgic must-see where kings, spies, writers and film stars have all had a drink. Don’t forget to see Agatha Christie’s room 411, which is now a museum.
Smyrna Café offers a laid-back atmosphere that feels like a typical café during the day, but in the evening it transforms into a casual night spot open until late. It's an ideal place to unwind, si...
Cafes
Discover a wide variety of delicious teas at Beta Tea House, where the atmosphere and aromatic setting create a true oasis in the heart of the city. The space is well-organised and pleasantly locat...
The Fazil Bey Café opened in 1923 and since then it has always roasted its own beans to serve its own spin on Turkish coffee, plus local cookies and pastries. Other options include Chai tea and gin...
This is the perfect place to go for breakfast or brunch. Mangerie offers a nice ambience with a magnificent view of the water and street below. The staff also prepares fresh juices and cocktails.
A local hotspot with great service and a vibrant atmosphere, stop by for some tea and shisha. The café serves cocktails, but nothing with alcohol, although smoking hookah is frequent. Excellent pla...
Widely regarded as Kadıköy's premier dining district, Moda buzzes with a mix of cafés, bars and restaurants. This lively neighbourhood is a go-to destination if you're looking for quality food and ...
Time has stood still here since 1892 and you almost expect Mata Hari to sit down at the next table to enjoy one of the delicious pastries. Patisserie De Pera is located inside Pera Palace Hotel.
