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A polished yet relaxed Kandilli address pairing its Bosphorus-side setting with modern sushi, robata and cocktails

Ioki Kandilli

Sushi · Japanese · Date Night

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Kandilli, Kandilli Cd. No:11/A, 34684 Üsküdar/İstanbul

A polished yet relaxed Kandilli address pairing its Bosphorus-side setting with modern sushi, robata and cocktails. It is a strong Asian-side choice for Japanese cooking with a view.

Recommended by Lara EkinciEvening & Refined Dining Editor · Istanbul
Lara Ekinci — Evening & Refined Dining Editor

Lara Ekinci

Evening & Refined Dining Editor

Lara’s editorial focus is whether an ambitious evening genuinely delivers on its promise. She does not treat the view as separate from food and service, assessing consistency from the reservation process to the final moment.

Areas of focus

  • Refined restaurants
  • Rooftops and views
  • Late-night dining
  • Romantic and special-occasion tables

Editorial principles

  • Measure the promise against the price
  • Never separate the view from food and service
  • Check the reservation experience
Neighbourhoods followed
Beyoğlu · Karaköy · The Bosphorus · Nişantaşı
Languages
Turkish · English
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Why go

It is a strong Asian-side choice for Japanese cooking with a view.

A polished yet relaxed Kandilli address pairing its Bosphorus-side setting with modern sushi, robata and cocktails. It is a strong Asian-side choice for Japanese cooking with a view.

Order this

Order a sashimi selection, one hot robata plate and two different rolls for the table.

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

Best time

Choose an early weekday sitting for a quieter experience, or the weekend for a longer table.

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

Opening hours
  • Mon12:00–00:00
  • Tue12:00–00:00
  • Wed12:00–00:00
  • Thu12:00–00:00
  • Fri12:00–00:00
  • Sat12:00–00:00
  • Sun12:00–00:00

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Last checked: 3 Sept 2026
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