In Istanbul, where to?
Istanbul’s carefully selected, exceptional and stylish places. Only those truly worth going to.
Tables that capture the character of Istanbul
Carefully selected places that express the city through their food, atmosphere and neighborhood.
Galle Hill
A view-led Beykent table running from breakfast into late dinner
Restaurants worth a stop in Istanbul’s Old City
Restaurants that fit naturally into an Old City day, each with a distinct reason to go.
KocamustafapaşaThe Göbektaşı
A contemporary meyhane ritual shaped by hammam culture
Why it fits: For shared plates in a theatrical room shaped by Istanbul’s hammam culture.
HobyarOlden 1772, Sirkeci
A cocktail-first evening stop in Hobyar
Why it fits: For a grand Sirkeci dining room when dinner should feel like part of the Old City visit.
LaleliLotiz Lounge & Hookah
A lively rooftop dinner above the Old City
Why it fits: For a lively rooftop evening with a broad menu and Old City skyline views.
SultanahmetSeven Hills Restaurant
An iconic terrace between Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque
Why it fits: For first-time visitors who want both major monuments in the same rooftop view.
SultanahmetLoti Roof Lounge & Bistro
Old City landmarks in every direction
Why it fits: For first-time visitors who want Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Bosphorus in one panorama.
SultanahmetGarden 1897 Restaurant
A calm dinner in the garden of 19th-century mansions
Why it fits: For a quieter dinner in a garden sheltered from Sultanahmet’s busiest streets.
BalatPop’s
A long brunch in Balat
Why it fits: For a long, daylight brunch after exploring Balat.
SultanahmetQueb Rooftop
A long rooftop day between Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus
Why it fits: For a rooftop break that combines Hagia Sophia and Bosphorus views.
SultanahmetDeraliye Restaurant
Palace recipes in the heart of Sultanahmet
Why it fits: For Ottoman palace recipes in the heart of a Sultanahmet sightseeing day.
SultanahmetGolden Horn Terrace Restaurant
An alcohol-free rooftop facing the Old City skyline
Why it fits: For an alcohol-free rooftop meal facing the Old City skyline.
GalataRoof Mezzepotamia, Orient Occident Hotel
A selected address for international cooking in Galata
Why it fits: Choose it for the view and a focused kitchen.
GalataLokanta 1741, Gülhane
A selected address for Turkish and Anatolian cooking in Galata
Why it fits: Choose it for the view and a focused kitchen.Choose by neighborhood
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Collections for your plan
Selected collections for a first date, a celebration or dinner with a view.
Good food near the sights
Just left a landmark and feeling hungry? See selected places within walking distance.