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Five Places for a Girls’ Night in Kadıköy: Dinner to Cocktails

A good girls’ night in Kadıköy does not need one fixed formula. Some evenings are for a long conversation over dinner; others should move quickly into cocktails. These five addresses around the centre let you set the pace for yourselves.

Updated: August 20267 min read
Written byDefne ArasGastronomy Editor
Defne Aras — Gastronomy Editor

Defne Aras

Gastronomy Editor

Defne’s editorial lens focuses on the connection Istanbul’s cooking builds between past and present. She considers not only the plate, but also ingredient choices, service rhythm, the venue’s relationship with the city and the coherence of the full experience.

Areas of focus

  • Contemporary Turkish cuisine
  • Chef-led restaurants
  • Tasting menus
  • Special-occasion dining

Editorial principles

  • Never separate the plate from its context
  • Pay attention to produce and seasonality
  • Make restrained, reasoned recommendations
Neighbourhoods followed
Karaköy · Beyoğlu · Nişantaşı · Kadıköy
Languages
Turkish · English
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Two guests sharing cocktails and food at a colourful Kadıköy table

How was this list selected?

We looked for central locations, the option to start with food, tables that suit conversation and a natural move into the later evening. Friday and Saturday programmes can change, so confirm reservations and current hours before going.

The order is based on current Choose Istanbul editorial judgement, not advertising or user-review scores.
  1. Kendime İstanbul, Fenerbahçe – editorial selection 1
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    Kadıköy, Kadıköy

    Kendime İstanbul, Fenerbahçe

    A food-led first table for a group that wants time to talk before the night gets louder.

    What to eat or drink
    Main dishes, bar plates and cocktails.
    When to go
    Book for busy evenings and confirm current hours before setting out.
    Venue details
  2. A view from Ken Sushi & More
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    Kadıköy, Kadıköy

    Ken Sushi & More

    An easy shared-sushi opening when the group wants something other than standard bar food.

    What to eat or drink
    Truffle Salmon Roll, Big Bang Roll, General Tso’s chicken, shrimp gyoza and Pika Pika sushi.
    When to go
    Book for busy evenings and confirm current hours before setting out.
    Venue details
  3. Hane, Kadıköy – food selection 1
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    Kadıköy, Kadıköy

    Hane, Kadıköy

    A reliable main stop for a longer table where dinner supports rather than interrupts conversation.

    What to eat or drink
    Regional meze and lighter options such as herbed thick cacık, purslane salad and baked mücver.
    When to go
    Book for busy evenings and confirm current hours before setting out.
    Venue details
  4. 11 Kadıköy, Kadıköy – food selection 1
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    Kadıköy, Kadıköy

    11 Kadıköy, Kadıköy

    A useful bridge from dinner into cocktails without moving to a second address.

    What to eat or drink
    Cocktails, bar plates and international dishes.
    When to go
    Book for busy evenings and confirm current hours before setting out.
    Venue details
  5. A view from Mathilda’s Cocktail Bar, Moda
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    Moda, Kadıköy

    Mathilda’s Cocktail Bar, Moda

    A colourful cocktail-led finish, especially when dinner has already happened elsewhere.

    What to eat or drink
    Signature and classic cocktails.
    When to go
    Book for busy evenings and confirm current hours before setting out.
    Venue details
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