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A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
A carefully presented dish from Kıyı Restaurant
The dining atmosphere at Kıyı Restaurant
The dining atmosphere at Kıyı Restaurant
The dining atmosphere at Kıyı Restaurant
The dining atmosphere at Kıyı Restaurant
The dining atmosphere at Kıyı Restaurant
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Tarabya, Istanbul

A long-standing Istanbul classic on the Tarabya shore, known for white-tablecloth service, expert fish handling and a broad meze counter

Kıyı Restaurant

Seafood · Business Dinner

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Tarabya, Haydar Aliyev Cd. No:186 D:A, 34457 Sarıyer/İstanbul

A long-standing Istanbul classic on the Tarabya shore, known for white-tablecloth service, expert fish handling and a broad meze counter. Ingredient freshness matters more than décor here.

Recommended by Can ArelMeyhane & Seafood Editor · Istanbul
Can Arel — Meyhane & Seafood Editor

Can Arel

Meyhane & Seafood Editor

Can’s approach focuses on the way a table unfolds over time. Seasonality of fish, freshness of meze, service pace, sound level and billing clarity are all treated as parts of one experience.

Areas of focus

  • Meyhane culture
  • Fish and seafood
  • Meze
  • Bosphorus restaurants

Editorial principles

  • Ask about seasonality and the day’s catch
  • Include the table’s rhythm in the review
  • Check pricing clarity
Neighbourhoods followed
Arnavutköy · Karaköy · Samatya · Kadıköy
Languages
Turkish · English
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Ingredient freshness matters more than décor here.

A long-standing Istanbul classic on the Tarabya shore, known for white-tablecloth service, expert fish handling and a broad meze counter. Ingredient freshness matters more than décor here.

Order this

Ask for lakerda, fish kokoreç and turbot or bluefish when in season.

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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