After giving you the list of things to eat in Istanbul, here’s another list of the best and highly recommended restaurants that you should try.
ENJOOOOY!
1.Şehzade Erzurum Cağ Kebabı – The dish Cağ kebabıis said to have originated from a city in Eastern Turkey. The döner is cooked horizontally as the layers of lamb meat is cut thicker and cooked on a big skewer over hot charcoal. This is our favorite restaurant in Istanbul! We probably ate here two times. It’s affordable and the kebap is really tasty.
Address: Ankara Caddesi, Hoca Paşa Sokak, No: 4, Istanbul 34420, Turkey
+90 212 520 3361
2. Baklava at Karaköy Güllüoğlu – It’s known to be making Baklava ever since 1820 so it’s safe to say it’s one of the best.
Address: Rıhtım Cad. No:3-4 Karaköy, Beyoğlu, Istanbul 34425, Turkey
+90 212 293 0910
3. Köfte at Tarihi Sultanahmet Köftecisi Selim Usta – This is another personal favorite where we probably have eaten here… three times? Those Köfte or Turkish meatballs will definitely make you forget all other meatballs that you’ve tasted. It’s so simple but the most delicious dish Istanbul is known for. When it’s dinnertime, expect a long line so I suggest go early to avoid the line and be seated right away.
Address: Alemdar Mh., Divan Yolu Cd. No:12, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkey
4. Konak Restaurant – If you’re on the Princes’ Islands tour, most likely you’ll stop over Büyükada. There’s a variety of food choices here and not to mention, affordable with an amazing view! It’s a quiet place and the service is quick.
Address: Büyükada-maden Mahallesi, Şht. Recep Koç Cd. No:47, 34970 Adalar/Istanbul, Turkey
5. Zübeyir Ocakbaşı –We came across this while we were walking around Beyoglu district. We suggest that you make reservations because it’s usually full. We were lucky enough to arrive early and at a weird time to be accommodated.
Address: Şehit Muhtar Mahallesi, Bekar Sk. No:28, 34435 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey
#KoalAdventures 