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A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
A carefully presented dish from Fauna
The dining atmosphere at Fauna
The dining atmosphere at Fauna
The dining atmosphere at Fauna
The dining atmosphere at Fauna
The dining atmosphere at Fauna
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Küçükbakkalköy, Istanbul

A focused Ataşehir lunch devoted to handmade pasta and local produce

Fauna

Italian · Pasta · Seasonal · Local

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Küçükbakkalköy Mah., Işıklar Cd., Ahmet Muhip Dıranas Sk. No:9/A, Ataşehir

Fauna is a small, personal chef restaurant combining Italian pasta tradition with seasonal produce from Türkiye. Doughs are prepared daily, and the lunch-only schedule preserves the kitchen’s detail-focused rhythm.

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 handmade pasta, seasonal sauces and an intimate service where the chef’s presence is tangible.

Fauna is a small, personal chef restaurant combining Italian pasta tradition with seasonal produce from Türkiye. Doughs are prepared daily, and the lunch-only schedule preserves the kitchen’s detail-focused rhythm.

Order this

Share two of the day’s pasta dishes and ask about the seasonal starters.

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

Best time

Call ahead for the limited Tuesday–Saturday service between noon and 2 pm.

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

Opening hours
  • MonClosed
  • Tue12:00–14:00
  • Wed12:00–14:00
  • Thu12:00–14:00
  • Fri12:00–14:00
  • Sat12:00–14:00
  • SunClosed
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Last checked: 3 Sept 2026
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