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Top Tips
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Popular restaurants are busy on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Book ahead.
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Restaurant staff don't always speak English - ask staff at your hotel to make your booking.
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Alcohol is served in most restaurants reviewed in this topic. Exceptions are noted.
Best Meyhanes
Asmalı Cavit
Old- fashioned ambience and the best
meyhane
food in the city. (
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Sofyalı 9
Bustling atmosphere and a wide array of mezes. (
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Sıdıka
Sensational fish mezes. (
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Karaköy Lokantası
Charming decor and good food. (
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Demeti
Neighbourhood eatery serving Mediterranean-style mezes. (
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Jash
Armenian specialities and live music. (
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Best Kebaps
Zübeyir Ocakbaşı
Succulent meats cooked over coals. (
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Hamdi Restaurant
Specialities from Turkey's southeast, plus an amazing view. (
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Best Modern Turkish
Lokanta Maya
Stylish bistro serving modern takes on traditional dishes. (
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Meze by Lemon Tree
Elegant surrounds, delectable food and a good wine list. (
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MüzedeChanga
Sophisticated lunch venue on the Bosphorus. (
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Mikla
Fine dining, luxe surrounds and spectacular views. (
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Changa
Pioneered fusion in the city. (
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