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A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
A view of The Populist and its food
Food and atmosphere at The Populist Bomonti
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Bomonti, Istanbul

A focused Bomonti stop for craft beer, burgers and easy gastropub plates

The Populist Bomonti

International · Gastropub · Lively

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Tarihi Bomonti Bira Fabrikası, Birahane Sokak No:1/D, Şişli, İstanbul 34381

The Populist Bomonti combines craft beer, burgers and easy gastropub plates with a high-energy room opening onto the Bomontiada courtyard.

Recommended by Defne ArasGastronomy Editor · Istanbul
Defne Aras — Gastronomy Editor

Defne Aras

Gastronomy Editor

Defne’s editorial lens focuses on the connection Istanbul’s cooking builds between past and present. She considers not only the plate, but also ingredient choices, service rhythm, the venue’s relationship with the city and the coherence of the full experience.

Areas of focus

  • Contemporary Turkish cuisine
  • Chef-led restaurants
  • Tasting menus
  • Special-occasion dining

Editorial principles

  • Never separate the plate from its context
  • Pay attention to produce and seasonality
  • Make restrained, reasoned recommendations
Neighbourhoods followed
Karaköy · Beyoğlu · Nişantaşı · Kadıköy
Languages
Turkish · English
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Why go

Choose it when you want a high-energy room opening onto the Bomontiada courtyard.

The Populist Bomonti combines craft beer, burgers and easy gastropub plates with a high-energy room opening onto the Bomontiada courtyard.

Order this

Pair a burger and curly fries with a craft beer that suits your taste.

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

Best time

Book ahead on live-music and DJ nights.

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
  • Fri12:00–01:00
  • Sat12:00–01:00
  • 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: 2 Aug 2026
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