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Karaköy, Istanbul

A Karaköy rooftop pairing Bosphorus views with modern mixology and bar bites by Fatih Tutak

Topside Bar

Cocktail Bar · View

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The Peninsula Istanbul, 34 Kemankeş Ave., Karaköy

On the rooftop of The Peninsula Istanbul, Topside Bar brings its vintage-yacht-inspired interior together with Bosphorus and Old City views. Cocktails lead, accompanied by small plates from Fatih Tutak; the plan is built more around the bar, panorama and sunset than a full restaurant dinner.

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 special sunset, a carefully made cocktail and a polished but easy meeting point in Karaköy, before or after Gallada.

On the rooftop of The Peninsula Istanbul, Topside Bar brings its vintage-yacht-inspired interior together with Bosphorus and Old City views. Cocktails lead, accompanied by small plates from Fatih Tutak; the plan is built more around the bar, panorama and sunset than a full restaurant dinner.

Order this

Describe your flavour preference to the bar team, choose a signature cocktail and add one current Fatih Tutak bite to share.

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

Best time

Arrive 30-45 minutes before sunset. Reserve through the official page for Friday, Saturday or a view-facing table.

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

Opening hours
  • Mon16:00–01:00
  • Tue16:00–01:00
  • Wed16:00–01:00
  • Thu16:00–01:00
  • Fri16:00–01:00
  • Sat16:00–01:00
  • Sun12:30–01:00
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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Last checked: 2 Aug 2026
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