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A creative Karaköy kitchen turning seasonal produce into adventurous yet approachable plates

Aşeka Karaköy

Contemporary · Seasonal · Date Night

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Müeyyedzade Mah., Arapoğlan Sk. No:6, Karaköy, Beyoğlu

Aşeka works with seasonal ingredients through a technical and creative lens inside historic Karaköy. The menu rebuilds familiar flavours with unexpected textures and precise presentation while keeping the room intimate.

Recommended by Selin ErdemPlant-Forward Dining Editor · Istanbul
Selin Erdem — Plant-Forward Dining Editor

Selin Erdem

Plant-Forward Dining Editor

For Selin, a strong plant-forward restaurant should build its own culinary language without feeling defined by omission. She considers menu range, seasonality, allergen clarity and how prepared the kitchen is for different needs.

Areas of focus

  • Vegetarian cooking
  • Vegan options
  • Seasonal produce
  • Allergen communication

Editorial principles

  • Judge choice together with quality
  • Look for clear allergen information
  • Consider seasonality and waste
Neighbourhoods followed
Cihangir · Moda · Nişantaşı · Bomonti
Languages
Turkish · English
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Why go

For curious plates, a chef-led evening and the intimacy of a small Karaköy restaurant.

Aşeka works with seasonal ingredients through a technical and creative lens inside historic Karaköy. The menu rebuilds familiar flavours with unexpected textures and precise presentation while keeping the room intimate.

Order this

Choose the seasonal tasting flow or share several signature plates from the à la carte menu.

Our short order keeps the table focused on what this kitchen does best.

Best time

Book ahead for dinner; Wednesday to Sunday has a service break between 4 and 6 pm.

Timing can change the entire experience; reserve ahead when possible.

Opening hours
  • MonClosed
  • Tue18:00–23:00
  • Wed12:00–23:00
  • Thu12:00–23:00
  • Fri12:00–23:00
  • Sat12:00–23:00
  • Sun12:00–23:00

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Editorial review: Choose Istanbul Editorial Team
Last checked: 3 Sept 2026
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