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A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
A carefully presented dish from Khorasani
The dining atmosphere at Khorasani
The dining atmosphere at Khorasani
The dining atmosphere at Khorasani
The dining atmosphere at Khorasani
The dining atmosphere at Khorasani
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Alemdar, Istanbul

A serious kebab address in Sultanahmet that keeps the discipline of the grill despite the area’s tourist pace

Khorasani

Turkish · Grill · Local

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Alemdar, Ticaretine Sokak no 9/b, 34400 Fatih/İstanbul

A serious kebab address in Sultanahmet that keeps the discipline of the grill despite the area’s tourist pace. The focus is on confident fire cooking and properly rested meat rather than theatrical presentation.

Recommended by Deniz VuralPractical Istanbul Editor · Istanbul
Deniz Vural — Practical Istanbul Editor

Deniz Vural

Practical Istanbul Editor

Deniz focuses on the idea that a recommendation is valuable only when it can be acted on. Reservations, transport, peak hours, payment and local etiquette are explained from the perspective of a first-time visitor.

Areas of focus

  • Reservations and tipping
  • Visitor guidance
  • Transport and timing
  • Dining etiquette

Editorial principles

  • Make every recommendation actionable
  • Never present uncertain information as fact
  • Explain local habits clearly and without judgement
Neighbourhoods followed
Sultanahmet · Karaköy · Taksim · Kadıköy
Languages
Turkish · English
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The focus is on confident fire cooking and properly rested meat rather than theatrical presentation.

A serious kebab address in Sultanahmet that keeps the discipline of the grill despite the area’s tourist pace. The focus is on confident fire cooking and properly rested meat rather than theatrical presentation.

Order this

Order several different skewers for the table with içli köfte and hot lavash rather than a mixed grill.

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
  • Mon11:30–23:00
  • Tue11:30–23:00
  • Wed11:30–23:00
  • Thu11:30–23:00
  • Fri11:30–23:00
  • Sat11:30–23:00
  • Sun11:30–23:00
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Last checked: 3 Sept 2026
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