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Civarda Kuruçeşme terrace overlooking the Bosphorus
A daylight table with Bosphorus views at Civarda
A long table set beside the Bosphorus at Civarda
The lively evening atmosphere at Civarda
Shared dinner tables at Civarda
A meze table at Civarda
Cold meze from the Civarda kitchen
Hot appetisers from the Civarda kitchen
Guests raising rakı glasses at Civarda
Civarda shared table and rakı service
Food and atmosphere at Civarda Kuruçeşme
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Kuruçeşme, Istanbul

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.

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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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
Before you plan
  • ReservationsRequest a table via WhatsApp; your reservation is confirmed when the venue accepts it.
  • AccessibilitySufficient verified detail on step-free entry, lifts and accessible restrooms is not published. Confirm your requirements with the venue before visiting.
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Last checked: 1 Aug 2026
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