Şen Lokantası

Eastern Mediterranean


Heading north on Atatürk Caddesi, turn right into 62002 Sokak and then left into 62001 Sokak to find this relaxed neighbourhood lokanta (restaurant serving ready-made food) popular with desk jockeys from nearby offices and featuring loads of vegetarian options. The best place to sit is on the terrace shaded by a grape arbour. Excellent (and unusual) desserts.


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