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Bosphorus-facing meze, rakı and Turkish pop that carries the table into the night

Civarda Kuruçeşme

Turkish · Modern Meyhane · Celebration

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7 Öksüz Çocuk St., Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş

Civarda pairs updated regional meze, rakı and a 90s–2000s Turkish pop soundtrack in a lively Kuruçeşme dining room overlooking the Bosphorus. Its shared-table format shifts into a much more energetic late-evening atmosphere as dinner progresses.

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Why go

For a group dinner or celebration where the shared table gradually gives way to a much more energetic late-evening atmosphere.

Civarda pairs updated regional meze, rakı and a 90s–2000s Turkish pop soundtrack in a lively Kuruçeşme dining room overlooking the Bosphorus. Its shared-table format shifts into a much more energetic late-evening atmosphere as dinner progresses.

Order this

Bademli zaho, Tekmilli fava, crispy mantı and Civarda Ege böreği for the table.

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

Best time

Reserve around sunset from Tuesday to Sunday; the official hours are 18:00–02:00 and Monday is closed.

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

Opening hours
  • MonClosed
  • Tue18:00–02:00
  • Wed18:00–02:00
  • Thu18:00–02:00
  • Fri18:00–02:00
  • Sat18:00–02:00
  • Sun18:00–02:00

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Last checked: 1 Aug 2026