Teras Restaurant

Lonely Planet review

The chef at this posh hotel restaurant came up with an inspired idea when he devised his Turkish degustation menu. Six sampling courses of 'İstanbul cuisine' feature, and they are wonderfully complemented by an excellent (and affordable) wine list. With a killer view of the Blue Mosque and Sea of Marmara, as well as very comfortable seating and occasional live Turkish music, this place is quite possibly the best eating option in Sultanahmet.

If you decide to order à la carte, you can expect treats such as bademli patlıcan çorbaşi (aubergine soup with almonds) and can order specialities such as the şefin çilinger sofrası (chef's traditional starters tray), which features eight different seasonal mezes.