The Bosphorus Suburbs
Reinventing herself as a chef, former industrial designer Burçak Kazdal brings a pronounced designer approach to the decor and menu of her upmarket…
Must-see restaurants in The Bosphorus Suburbs
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Named after a species of freshwater whitefish, this large and often boisterous restaurant has been serving excellent seafood to locals since the 1960s and…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
This sophisticated bar-restaurant in a Beşiktaş office block opened in 1997, and feels like it has been going strong since Atatürk was lodging in the…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
The spicy, Arab-influenced cuisine of Hatay province in southeastern Turkey is the speciality at this small, bistro-like restaurant in the Akaretler area…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
A long-time local favourite in the Beşiktaş çarşı (market area), this small traditional bakery produces tantalising treats both savoury and sweet, most…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Big windows, warm brick accents, and colourful tiles make this cafe-bookstore a welcoming place to linger over a coffee and cake, a sandwich or salad, or…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
The pedestrianised street running inland from Ortaköy Mosque is crowded with stands selling kümpir (stuffed baked potato) and sweet-smelling waffles…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Aşk means 'love' in Turkish; the extra ş creates something similar to 'loove' in English. Semantics aside, Aşşk serves İstanbullus their beloved leisurely…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Smaller and more restrained than the average Beşiktaş meyhane (tavern), Kadife specialises in seafood – try the levrek marin (sea bass marinated with…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
The Bosphorus branch of this popular chain has a leafy, sun-dappled terrace overlooking the water. It's known for all-day breakfasts and its huge range of…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Milanese-born chef Gian Carlo Talerico and his Turkish wife Beldan Erkkul converted this former residence of the Aya Strati Taksiarhi Greek Orthodox…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
This branch of a chic chain has a million-lira location right on the water's edge, and is hugely popular with locals for a weekend brunch. There's a wide…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Located on the breezy Bebek edge of Arnavutköy, this cute cafe is known for its Italian-style gelato, which is served in cones or cups and comes in…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Seats on the outdoor terrace are hotly contested on sunny weekends at this İstanbul institution, where the all-day breakfasts are both cheap and tasty.
The Bosphorus Suburbs
A popular spot for a quick bite in central Beşiktaş, this no-frills eatery specialises in mantı, Turkish-style dumplings in yoghurt sauce, including…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Occupying the conservatory and garden terrace of art nouveau villa Hıdiv Kasrı, this cafe is an excellent choice on a sunny day. A toasted sandwich and/or…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Enjoying brunch in Rumeli Hisarı is a popular local pastime, so this place has no problems filling its 300-odd seats on weekends. The huge terrace …
The Bosphorus Suburbs
The menu of Turkish standards in the restaurant at art nouveau villa Hıdiv Kasrı is enlivened by a few Ottoman Palace–inspired dishes. You'll dine in the…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
In the grounds of Dolmabahçe Palace but accessible without a museum entry ticket, the Clock Tower Cafe has plenty of tables arranged on the edge of the…
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Originating in the southeastern region of Maraş, dondurma (Turkish ice cream) has a distinctive chewy texture, thanks to its unusual ingredients of salep …
