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A hidden Etiler garden for wood-fired pizza and a polished Italian evening

Scarpetta Istanbul

Italian · Wine · Celebration

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16 Dilhayat St., Etiler

Scarpetta fills its calm Dilhayat Street garden with seasonal produce, handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza. Candlelight and measured service suit special occasions.

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

For a romantic, food-led Italian table in Etiler away from the main avenue's noise.

Scarpetta fills its calm Dilhayat Street garden with seasonal produce, handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza. Candlelight and measured service suit special occasions.

Order this

Share burrata, centre the meal on the signature Scarpetta pizza or truffle pasta and pair with wine.

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

Best time

Closed Monday; confirm split lunch and dinner hours when reserving on other days.

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

Opening hours
  • MonClosed
  • Tue14:00–02:00
  • Wed14:00–02:00
  • Thu14:00–02:00
  • Fri14:00–02:00
  • Sat14:00–02:00
  • Sun12:00–00:00
Before you plan
  • ReservationsCall the venue to check table availability and reservation arrangements.
  • AccessibilitySufficient verified detail on step-free entry, lifts and accessible restrooms is not published. Confirm your requirements with the venue before visiting.

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Editorial review: Choose Istanbul Editorial Team
Last checked: 25 Aug 2026
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