In my previous article, I had mentioned about the best places to eat in Sultanahmet (Old City) of Istanbul.
These places are more casual and suitable for lunch but if you are a real gourmet and want to enjoy 1st quality of food then check my top 10 list for the best dining restaurants in Istanbul. Keep in mind that these restaurants may need reservation so I also gave you the contact numbers which you can call them to check availability.
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| Enjoying Turkish Dinner |
Hamdi Kebab Restaurant has popular terrace views of Galata Tower and the
Golden Horn.
Address : Kalçin Sok. 17,Eminonu Reservation: 0212 528 0390
Recommended
Dishes : Meze Platter, Findik
Lahmacun, and Fıstıklı Kebab or Spicy Adana Kebab, Baklava
360 Beyoglu Restaurant offers a
360 degree view of Istanbul.. It serves
as restaurant from 8pm to 11pm and night club 11pm to 2am.
Address:
Istiklal Caddesi No:311 Beyoglu District
Reservation : 0 212 251 1042
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| 360 Beyoglu |
Balıkçı Sebahattin is one of the few consistently good, high-quality restaurants in a neighbourhood of amateurs.
Address: Seyit Hasan Koyu Sok. 1 Sultanahmet (behind Armada Hotel)
Reservation: 0212 458 1824
Arabesque is a real Middle Eastern restaurant where you can enjoy delicious Lebanese cuisine as well as belly dancers and oriental glitz. Non-smokers be aware that Shisha is allowed to smoke here so you may not really like the foggy athmosphere. Otherwise its great food and show.
Address: Taşkışla Cad. Maçka Demokrasi Parkı Yani No:19 Maçka – Istanbul
Reservation: (212) 231 03 56
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| Arabesque Restaurant |
Ciya Sofrası is a humble eatery, headed by Musa Dagdeviren, formerly of the
California branch of the Culinary Institute of America. Located up a busy
market street near the Kadiköy ferry stop (on the Asian side; take the ferry to
Kadiköy from Eminönü), it serves delectable and rare regional creations.
Address : Günesli Bahçesi Sok. 43-44,Kadiköy/Istanbul Asian
Side
Reservation: 0216 330 3190
Banyan Sea-Side Restaurant is a hot spot taking full advantage of its view overlooking Ortaköy and the Bosphorus. In colder months, the terrace is heated by an open fire pit.
Address:Salhane Sok 3, Muallim Naci Cad Ortaköy
Reservation : 0 212 259 9060
Recommended Dishes : Fried Calamari, Grilled Sea-Bass fillet and Tahini Halva Dessert
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| Banyan Sea Side Restaurant |
Degustasyon
Lokantasi is in the midst of the
confusion of Galatasaray Fish Market in Beyoglu and it serves a huge selection
of mezes.
Reservation
: 0 212 292 0667
Address: Sahne Sok. 41,
Balikpazari, Beyoglu
Asitane Restaurant is famous for its authentic Ottoman Cuisine. The menu consists of specialties prepared from recipes obtained from Palace archives. The outdoor dining area overlooks the lovely Kariye Museum.
Address: Kariye Cami Sok. No:6 Edirnekapı/ Fatih
Reservation: 0212 534 8414
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| Asitane Restaurant |
Anjelique serves both a resturant and nightclub after midnight. Its situated inside of an old Ottoman mansion which has a wonderful view of the Bosphorus and the bridge. Elegant casual dress code!
Address: Muallim Naci Cad. Salhane Sok. No:5 Ortakoy, Istanbul
Reservation: 0 212 327 2844
Reina Istanbul is a trendy and popular restaurant welcomes high society of Turkey and the world. Settled in the most beautiful point of the city, it's a place where you can see one of the world famous celebrities in your next table. Elegant dress and reservation days before is a must. Friday and Saturday are part nights and can be really crowded.
Addres: Muallim Naci Cad. No: 44 Ortakoy, Istanbul
Reservation: 0 212 259 5919
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| Reina Istanbul |
...more reasons to visit again soon. Thanks,
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