For modern Turkish cooking where creativity rests on the flavour of the ingredient rather than spectacle.
Zeynep Pınar Taşdemir brings local, seasonal produce forward with a light touch in a small, tranquil restaurant.
A calm starred table in Yeniköy where vegetables and herbs lead
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Yeniköy, Kapalı Bakkal St. No:8, Sarıyer
Zeynep Pınar Taşdemir brings local, seasonal produce forward with a light touch in a small, tranquil restaurant.
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The day’s vegetable and herb plates, followed by seasonal fish or meat.
Our short order keeps the table focused on what this kitchen does best.
Choose an early evening garden table and confirm Monday closure when booking.
Timing can change the entire experience; reserve ahead when possible.
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Last checked: 31 Jul 2026