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Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Signature presentation from Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Signature presentation from Karas Wine Bar & Bites
Restaurant atmosphere at Karas Wine Bar & Bites
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Tarlabaşı, Istanbul

A historic cistern, Turkish wines and Mediterranean bites in Tarlabasi

Karas Wine Bar & Bites

Mediterranean · Wine Bar · Celebration

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Canopy by Hilton, Tarlabasi

Inside Canopy by Hilton, Karas sets itself apart by turning a nearly two-century-old cistern into a wine cellar. The stone-lined room and courtyard pair Turkish and international wines with a Mediterranean-led menu of small plates.

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 distinctive architecture, a serious wine list and an unhurried evening near Taksim.

Inside Canopy by Hilton, Karas sets itself apart by turning a nearly two-century-old cistern into a wine cellar. The stone-lined room and courtyard pair Turkish and international wines with a Mediterranean-led menu of small plates.

Order this

Choose local cheeses and charcuterie, then add the baked stuffed mussels, topik or orange-scented fava.

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

Best time

Closed Monday; open Tuesday-Sunday 15:00-01:00. Reserve for a table in the cistern.

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

Opening hours
  • MonClosed
  • Tue15:00–01:00
  • Wed15:00–01:00
  • Thu15:00–01:00
  • Fri15:00–01:00
  • Sat15:00–01:00
  • Sun15:00–01:00
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Last checked: 1 Sept 2026
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