80 x The Best Local Restaurants in Istanbul
Explore the best local restaurants in Istanbul. Whether you’re looking for traditional Turkish cuisine or international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. For an elegant fine dining experience, try Bord İstanbul, or head to Gaziantepli Tahir Usta for the best kebabs. For traditional Turkish cuisine, check out Bishop Yesilkoy. Discover these and more to enjoy Istanbul’s vibrant culinary scene.
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Batard Bomonti
French Bistro in Istanbul
Batard offers a diverse menu showcasing international and Turkish flavors prepared with a modern twist. Their dishes are defined as "Eclectic Cuisine".
by
Zeynep
Ozortac
Akıntı Balık
Just one foot from the Bosphorus
Akıntı Balık is a fish restaurant in Istanbul. It has a view over the Bosphorus and that makes it really special. They have good Turkish mezes...
by
Yucel
Babadag
Brekkie Croissant
Handmade by the racoon
Brekkie Croissant & Cookie is the new breakfast place in Moda, Istanbul. I just love their croissants – they make the dough over 3 days, French style!
by
Yucel
Babadag
Şeyhmuz Kebap
Traditional way
Şeyhmuz Kebap is a good alternative in Istanbul's Old City area. All the meat there is prepared with a special traditional method from the Mardin region.
by
Yucel
Babadag
Limonlu Bahçe
Real hidden gem
Limonlu Bahçe in Istanbul is a real hidden gem. This bar/restaurant's 'Lemon Garden' has its own soul. It's quiet, cool & romantic... Try the lemonade!
by
Yucel
Babadag
Mükellef
Fine dining
Mükellef in Istanbul is a great fine dining restaurant with amazing views. I generally prefer its mezzes with yogurt and eggplant - good match with raki!
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Yucel
Babadag
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