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Efendy: a carefully plated dish
Efendy: the dining room and table setting
Efendy: a sharing table
Efendy: a signature dish presentation
Efendy: a seasonal plate
Efendy: a hot plate ready for service
Efendy: the frontage and entrance
Efendy: the daylight-filled dining room
Efendy: a dish from the kitchen
Efendy: tables prepared for service
Efendy: a carefully plated dish
Efendy: a sharing table
Efendy: a signature dish presentation
Efendy: the outdoor dining area
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Levent, Istanbul

Open fire, seasonal Anatolia and a sharing culture in Levent

Efendy Istanbul

Modern Turkish · Wine · Celebration

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13 Nispetiye Ave., Levent

Efendy translates Somer Sivrioglu's Anatolian memory through a wood oven, charcoal fire and local-producer ingredients into modern but unshowy plates. Service is generous and story-led.

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 food-focused visitors who want to understand Istanbul cooking through produce and technique rather than cliché presentation.

Efendy translates Somer Sivrioglu's Anatolian memory through a wood oven, charcoal fire and local-producer ingredients into modern but unshowy plates. Service is generous and story-led.

Order this

Share two or three meze, then choose a fire or clay-pot main. Consider the tasting menu on a first visit.

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

Best time

Tue-Fri 17:00-00:00; weekends 14:00-00:00; closed Monday.

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

Opening hours
  • MonClosed
  • Tue17:00–00:00
  • Wed17:00–00:00
  • Thu17:00–00:00
  • Fri17:00–00:00
  • Sat14:00–00:00
  • Sun14:00–00:00
Before you plan
  • ReservationsCall the venue to check table availability and reservation arrangements.
  • 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: 25 Aug 2026
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