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A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
A carefully presented dish from Borden
The dining atmosphere at Borden
The dining atmosphere at Borden
The dining atmosphere at Borden
The dining atmosphere at Borden
The dining atmosphere at Borden
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Yeldeğirmeni, Istanbul

A small chef restaurant in Yeldeğirmeni with a short seasonal menu that treats seafood and vegetables with equal care

Borden

Seafood · Seasonal · Neighbourhood

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Rasimpaşa, Macit Erbudak Sk. 50A, 34716 Kadıköy/İstanbul

A small chef restaurant in Yeldeğirmeni with a short seasonal menu that treats seafood and vegetables with equal care. Its room blends into the neighbourhood without pretence.

Recommended by Can ArelMeyhane & Seafood Editor · Istanbul
Can Arel — Meyhane & Seafood Editor

Can Arel

Meyhane & Seafood Editor

Can’s approach focuses on the way a table unfolds over time. Seasonality of fish, freshness of meze, service pace, sound level and billing clarity are all treated as parts of one experience.

Areas of focus

  • Meyhane culture
  • Fish and seafood
  • Meze
  • Bosphorus restaurants

Editorial principles

  • Ask about seasonality and the day’s catch
  • Include the table’s rhythm in the review
  • Check pricing clarity
Neighbourhoods followed
Arnavutköy · Karaköy · Samatya · Kadıköy
Languages
Turkish · English
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Its room blends into the neighbourhood without pretence.

A small chef restaurant in Yeldeğirmeni with a short seasonal menu that treats seafood and vegetables with equal care. Its room blends into the neighbourhood without pretence.

Order this

Share the day’s raw or cured fish, two vegetable plates and the sourdough bread.

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

Best time

Book ahead for Friday evening and weekends; closed Monday.

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

Opening hours
  • MonClosed
  • Tue14:00–22:00
  • Wed14:00–22:00
  • Thu14:00–22:00
  • Fri14:30–22:30
  • Sat14:30–22:30
  • Sun14:00–22:00
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Last checked: 3 Sept 2026
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