A clear reason
We should be able to explain why a restaurant is right for a specific moment, neighborhood or expectation.
How we choose
Fewer choices.
Better reasons.
Choose Istanbul is designed to reduce restaurant-search chaos. Instead of listing everything, we select places that genuinely work for a specific plan and explain exactly why we recommend them.
Three things that earn a place
Useful before you go
Location, price, timing and contact details that shape your decision should stay visible.
Independent choices
Restaurants cannot pay to rank higher in an editorial selection.
How we choose
Before we publish
- 01
We narrow the field
We identify places that express Istanbul well or genuinely fit a specific plan.
- 02
We verify the essentials
We check location, contact details, service moment and the core character of the experience.
- 03
We write an original reason
Instead of generic praise, we explain who should choose the table and when.
- 04
We track changes
Closures, moves and changed details are handled through reports and editorial checks.
A place in the guide cannot be bought
A commercial relationship does not change an editorial recommendation. Sponsored placement, if used, is clearly labelled.